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My wife and I sold our 31 foot travel trailer and purchased the Kodiak 10x10 tent. We want to go to places you just can't get to with a trailer. I love your explanation of setting up and I also love the fact you are real people with children and a dog. Well done video and thanks for posting
Thank you! You will have some fun trips with your tent. We love that you can go where trailers cannot with these tents. Thanks for checking out our video!
I researched this tent for a long time before buying it over 3 years ago. It seemed like a lot of money at the time (it was) but I went ahead and did it anyway, paying the exchange and horrendous shipping charges. (I am Canadian). Boy oh boy, am I ever glad I did! I have taken my two grandson's camping all over western Canada. We have been poured on, cooked on and chilled out in the challenging weather, but stayed dry and cozy every time in this tent. I am a 61 year old woman and can put it up by myself, but when the boys are with me we have it up in record time! They are seasoned campers! We splurged on 3 camp cots and set them along the 3 outside walls and have lots of room inside to change, eat, or cheat at cards! That tent, expensive as it was, has paid for itself and is still in mint condition, ready for a fourth summer of fun. Is it heavy? yep. Is it expensive? yep. Do you need to plate it... pump it's tires... endlessly fix things before using it... tow it... or rent a special camping spot for it? Nope! The people who make this awesome tent should be very proud of their work! Nice video by the way! I bet your family would make awesome campers next lot over!
Thanks Kim! We love our tent as well. Your right, it’s well worth the weight and price. Sounds like you have put it to the test as well and made some great memories. We would love to explore some areas in Canada, it’s beautiful up there. Thanks again for watching our videos!
Thank you so much for your thorough video on how to set up this tent. I've been wanting one, but was afraid I wouldn't be able to set it up. Now I know I can do it!!!
I have this exact tent let me say you both did an excellent job explaining how to set up it could not have been done any better. This tent is the best tent i have ever owned nothing has even come close to this tent as far as tents i have or had. Your video made it easier for even me for the next time i set up.Thank you
Thank you very much for this video! We are driving to our campsite now and I thought I would watch a few setup videos as this will be our first time using our 10x14 tent from Kodiak Canvas. Yours was by far the most informative and walks the viewer through the process step by step. We feel better prepared to setup camp once we arrive! Thanks again! Blessings to you and yours💙
Have the same tent I love it, just got back from Ca hi sierras big rock creek. Camped out for 8 nights with buddy heater on low at night kept us warm. Had this tent in 50 mph winds no problem held up great. Best tent I ever owned.
These are great high quality tents. I truly know, lived in one as a very rural camp manager 3 years, (to get to camp 25 miles up a logging road) I lived in it in all weather Rain, Heat, Snow and several times 50 mph winds. Stood up great. Some small bits of advice. Tilt the awning to one side or the other if it's raining, or for more shade in a particular area, if it snows, roll it up. Second, even if the ground looks ok, use a ground sheet for extra floor protection. Third, always be sure the tent is DRY before storing - really dry. Fourth, follow the instructions and "season" the canvas at least twice. Fourth? Bring a can of Camp Dry, while these tents are very weather proof, they can get a small drip. Camp Dry works well and still breathable. Also, getting that second pole up? Get a pair of non slip gloves - it helps a lot.
I am very impressed with the making of this video. Very informative and organized and professionally done. I enjoyed your team work of effort and assisting each other in creating in presenting the Kodiak camping tent. Congratulations, I am now sold on purchasing the Kodiak tent. Thank you. All my questions as been answered. I am happy that you include your Beautiful family and your time. Well done. What a beautiful back drop. Happy adventure.
Thank you Kalima, we appreciate the kind words and are glad the video was helpful in making your decision on the tent. Thank your for watching our video!
Nice review. This is the first one I've seen where people actually show their sleeping arrangements. Tons of room! Had to laugh at the boys. Ready for adventure while Mom and Dad are trying to put on a professional production.
Thank you for the video. Just got the same tent, and it made the practice setup a breeze, aside from the weight! I admit I hadn't seen this kind of tensioner and this was super helpful.
Thanks a ton for the video guys. Answered all my questions. Will be getting one very soon. Especially liked that you showed your actual camping setup so that I could get a visualization of how everything fits.
Sweet Life Adventures hey question for you. Is there anyway possible to set it up without staking it down. I know I’ve used some some tents before that say staking is required but have been able to setup without stakes. They won’t stand up to wind and rain but on a nice day they will.
The tent would not expand properly because the tension from the stakes holds the top supports upright. On this tent you only have the one pole across the top that would most likely just fall over. The stake are critical on this tent for the shape.
Thanks for the instruction on the set up guys ! Mine just came and is till in the box. I'll be setting it up next week and going through it before I take it out next month for 9 days. Can't wait to set it up and get out there with it. Fall feast here I come
I have this same tent, and I love it. I generally end up setting it up by myself, because my son is a bit young (he'll help with stakes and putting the pole-pin in, though) and my wife is doing-guy-stuff-averse. The only part that I've not found an easier way to do is the second end pole; getting the side up and pulling that pole up high enough to get the pin in is always a challenge by yourself. The awning can be don by preparing the ropes and hammering in the stakes (with ropes around them) ahead of time; make sure you have slack, then grab the pole and rope and do the whole thing right there. Another one-man-job easing technique is to use lag bolts and an impact driver instead of stakes (especially for the tent stakes), but you have to make sure you have enough battery to put them in and get them out. I love how real your video is, though; it doesn't feel overly scripted or overly produced. Real kids running wild and real people just trying to get their tent up!
Definitely an awesome tent! Mine seems to be getting easier the more we set it up. Maybe the canvas isn’t so super tight like it was when we first got it, making it easier to raise the sides. The awning I’ve always had my wife to help, but if I have to do it myself those tips are great, and will make it a lot easier! Thanks for the tips and for watching merp ius.
Have used ours twice, but it's been a couple of years. Decided I better get a refresher on setting up. This is great, the only thing that ever confused me was the smaller pole on the top that goes between button and bolt. Your video makes it so easy, thanks!
Haha, glad it’s still useful. Glad your getting out and using your tent. We won’t remove the video so your good for years to come. It’s nice to have a refresher every now and then for sure!
Such a great video and great team work! I have this same tent and with help of my wife have no issue with putting it up (also can put it up by myself but wheres the fun in that). I also use the big buddy heater and do not have a problem keeping warm when the temps dip down. We have set it up in southern Utah with high winds running through the canyon and set it up on the Oregon coast with constant rains, and in both cases the tent was stable and dry during both trips. I am debating on purchasing the added vestibule ( i think its $99 at Cabela's) but am waiting to see if anyone else can give it a thumbs up or down. Any ways thanks for the video and great looking family!
Thanks George, we appreciate you checking out our video! I have seen the Vestibule go on sale a couple times a year at Cabelas and might pick it up then. I think it would help a ton in windy areas or for winter camping. Thanks again!
Awesome Roofrat McElroy, your going to love it! The VX windows on the side will be nice. We are looking to do some camping in Oregon, you got any spots you would recommend? Thanks for checking out our video.
@@SweetLifeAdventures I think it really depends on what activities your into. We like to be around water for fishing and swimming/boating or at least a creek to play in and put us to sleep at night. I'm in Eastern Oregon and while I appreciate the nature of the west side and coast, I don't travel that direction for camping because of the dense population. Also, on this side of the state you really have about every option you can imagine. High mountain/alpine lakes, high desert, dense mountain forest all the way down to the Snake river and everything in between. The parks are all pretty nice if you don't mind some neighbors and like to shower...lol. Parks can be found throughout. Tell me what you guys enjoy the most and I'd be happy to make some recommendations.
@@SweetLifeAdventures ... Yes they really help for us desert dwellers. Ive also had it out in snow and rain and does fantastic. I've heard if stories of wind storms coming through and these Kodiak tents are the only ones left standing.
It’s an awesome tent. I have the 10x10 and it’s been through crazy rain, wind, and snow. The last pole is hard to install if there is only one of you but I manage. Get the Snowpeak pegs, expensive but work great. Or, use lag bolts and an impact drill to hammer them in. ;-)
We use Lag bolts as well now. We found a camping spot that would have been impossible with the regular stakes since the ground was so hard. Thanks for checking out our video!
@@SweetLifeAdventures Very informative! Just received my Kodiak yesterday and am shopping for lag screws for the tent and a large tarp. They are not inexpensive. Looking at 1/2" x 10" hot dipped galvanized. Any recommendations on the length and quality of screw would be much appreciated.
Awesome review of an awesome tent! I have two large dogs..Is the floor durable enough that I won't need to put down a blanket to avoid tears from their claws?? Thank you!
I honestly believe it’s strong enough. We put a blanket down underneath our dogs kennel to protect it from the sharp metal edges, but have never had to worry about their claws. Thanks for watching our video!
Awesome video, thanks for the review. Couple questions, is this the deluxe model? (I think it is because of gear loft) And did you look at the VX model with the side windows before getting this one?
Thanks Jeff. It is the deluxe model. I knew of the VX model but would have had to order it, and it was considerably more expensive as I got the Deluxe model on a good sale. Ultimately the price was my deciding factor.
Thanks for sharing. How does it do in the summer? There is another version with more windows for another $100. So just wondering if this one is hot in the summer without the extra windows.
Hi Gene. With all the windows open and a little shade it’s pretty comfortable. We mostly do mountain camping so if you were in desert type stuff I would recommend the extra windows. Overall though I’m impressed with the ventilation. Thanks for watching our video.
nice video, i just cant decide on what tent, im new to camping and i will be doing my first camping trip next month in july of 2020, going to ozark national forest in arkansas, weather should be hot summer, maybe 90degrees and possibly rain, not sure, will this be good for hot climate? i dont see a way to leave a window open during rain.
You can leave the front windows open under the canopy as well as the side vents when it’s raining. The tent stays remarkably cool compared to other nylon tents we have had. It would definitely be a good option for you. If your in direct sun a lot any tent will be fairly warm, but like I said we have found this tent stays cooler and warmer if needed than most.! Good luck with your shopping and thank you for watching our video!
This is a really good video ! I was trying to save up enough to buy a roof top tent but even as a ground tent this is really a good one, i guess would have no problem in the winter with a little heater inside.. 👍
@@lawrenceporter3723 not yet but i had a kodiak tent and it's like 10 min for good to open and setting it up.. and winter ground frozen it's terrible to set up...roomy but terrible.. i sold it already, next will be a travel trailer
Thanks for the vid 😊, I have a 10x10 which has 16 pegs! Liking the sound of only 14 pegs though, looks like you don't need one where the pole goes whereas ours does?
Apparently I have two leftover pegs after setting up the canopy. I’ve probably been doing it wrong this whole time. Thanks for the heads up, I’ll try staking the pole hooks next time I set it up. Thanks swagging sisters!
Awesome video! We are looking at getting this same tent for our family of 5. We are thinking about doing a 4 cot setup with one of them being bunk style. What are your thoughts as far as room? What are your thoughts 4 years later? How has it held up? And do you wish you would have went bigger? Thanks for any information. Happy camping and enjoy that family time!
I think you will have plenty of room with the cots. We don’t regret getting this size tent, it’s perfect, sturdy, and after four years still like brand new. And we use it a lot. The canvas on the outside is a little dirty is all, but functionally perfect. We love our tent and recommend it to anyone. Good luck in your search for a tent and thanks for watching!
Thomas K it’s a propane panel heater that is safe to go in your tent. They are awesome. Here is a link to a video I made about the Heater Buddy in our Kodiak tent. Kodiak Canvas Tent | How to keep warm cold camping with a Mr. Heater Buddy. Tutorial/Review ruclips.net/video/zPW3LJcMnBI/видео.html
Here's something I noticed before in other videos that might help keep the tent clean! At 12:50 into the video, you can see the dirt marks from where you were standing on the tent with your shoes while installing the top flex poles. In fact, if you stop the video at 13:03 you are pointing right at one of those marks. It might be a helpful tip to have a small tarp to stand on while installing this part of the installation poles & rods. You could wrap the poles & rods with it when breaking it down keeping it stored in the pole bag for easy access at installation. I just ordered (Competitive Edge Products .com) this tent but the VX with the end windows & waiting for it to show up on May 7th, 2020. This company is great. In contracting customer service with help with my ordering I got Charley Hansen (the host in a lot of their videos) he pulled my purchase after helping me emailing me the tracking number within seconds of the transaction going through. People that tent went out that afternoon & is halfway here! Great service from these guys! Oh, did I mention to use this discount code & save 3% (CEPCOMEBACK) which Charley freely offered. www.competitiveedgeproducts.com/Super-Deluxe-Kodiak-Canvas-Tent-6041VX-10x14-with-tarp-6043_p_23.html Happy Camping! Check out the trailer to my latest film. ruclips.net/video/f6Q-xowY0d0/видео.html
How has it held up in rain ? I've had 2 large tents, of a different manufacturer very tough but had to bail rain from the interior twice from sideways wind/rain. Also if you don't want to raise the awning is there a way to secure it so it doesn't flap in the wind ?
It does great in rain. After a couple of straight days of rain you might get minimal condensation on the interior walls, but nothing leaking. The awning has several tie backs to secure it to the tent when not in use.
How does this tent do in warmer weather. It looks like it is geared more toward cooler weather. I live in Georgia and for the most part will avoid the hottest, wettest months, but I am concerned that it can be opened up enough to breathe if it is raining as there is no mesh covered from rain except the front door.
Canvas doesn’t transfer heat as quickly actually making it better for hot and cold weather camping. I couldn’t believe how much cooler this tent was in the summer compared to our nylon tent. You can fully open up the front windows and side vents when it’s raining if you have the canopy up in the front. It doesn’t seem like it would be cooler, but it is. I live in Idaho which has significantly less humidity compared to Georgia, but I would imagine you will experience the same results as I did.
@@SweetLifeAdventures thanks for the quick response. I am looking at it for a Jeep trip to Colorado where it won't be super hot. But will want to use it in the North Georgia mountains and it can get warm and wet there in the summer. This tent is at the top of my list so far .
Yes it holds heat great. Due to the propane we even leave the vents and one window open a bit for ventilation, no issues retaining the heat. Thanks for watching our video!
Thanks Tim! We do not have the vestibule, but I have thought about getting one. I’ve been torn if we would utilize it all that much or if it would be worth setting up along with the tent each time. I have heard only good things about them though! Thanks for watching our video.
I’ve got the Springbar and the vestibule is good for blocking the wind and keeping junk from getting saturated. If you use it a lot in inclement weather or changing seasons, it’s worth it to spring for the upgrade.
I came across your video while camping in my Ozark Trail last night. I hear that canvas tents are much warmer compare to the nylon tents. I also have 3 kids, a 12 years old, 9 years , and a 2 years old toddler. How do you like your tent after 4 years of usage? How are the spaces in the tent now that your boys are a little older?
It’s amazing and still like brand new. We have changed our sleeping arrangement to a king, queen, and twin mattress configuration, and still have plenty of room. The tent is very warm in cool weather and with all the ventilation from windows, cool when hot out. It’s worth every penny.
Question for you guys... What is the lowest temp you have used this tent in with the Buddy Heater? And did you stay comfortable? I am a hunting guide and plan to use the Buddy Heater in my Kodiak that I just purchased. I am often in temps down to 0*, so I thought I would ask. Thanks for the great review!!!!
Unfortunately the lowest we have been is low 20’s but I ran the big buddy heater on medium and stayed toasty warm. On high you would probably be okay but I can’t speak from experience at 0 degrees. Best of luck!
We have had it in winds around 40mph and it held up great. No issues. Several nylon tents near us were flattened with people in them and the empty ones blew away. We didn’t have any of these problems. The flex bow is extremely solid. Kodiak even states that their flex bow models are some of the best for windy conditions. I have heard people say they have had their flex bows survive in 60mph gusts. Thanks for watching our video!
I have seen that this is the old school tough as your grandpa tent to buy. Im very familiar with canvas material and always oppose fiberglass material over steel any day since heat does rot it over time especially stored in heat.
Steel is the way to go for sure. We have been super impressed with the quality of this tent. Not one defect that we have found and we use it a lot. Just a little dirty from many, many adventures. Thank you for your expertise and taking the time to watch our video.
We just use a regular old brown tarp. It’s slightly bigger than our tent so we have to fold it to fit underneath. Just make sure no tarp is hanging out from under the tent, otherwise when it rains it will run off the tent and collect between the tarp and the tent. There is a Kodiak tarp made specifically to go underneath that we may eventually buy. Best of luck. Thanks for watching our video.
Sweet Life Adventures thank you yeah I am also looking into that tarp but getting mixed reviews about it not to sure but only one way to find out great video !
I enjoyed the video. It sure looks a heck of a lot easier than setting up a fur trade tent. I do have one complaint, for God's sake get a BFH and get rid of the toy hammer.
Most definitely. We have upgraded a significant amount of tools and ways we do thing now. Like you mentioned, better hammer, lag bolts etc. thanks for checking out our video!
There is not a specific kit that the manufacturer makes or provides but I have seen a couple of videos and Pinterest posts of people modifying it and attaching a stove pipe. So it is possible, but something you wouldn’t want to mess up.
We have experienced crazy winds that blew regular tents away while our kodiak stood strong. It’s amazingly sturdy. Just this august we had a camping trip that rained for 3 days straight and no leaks or issues at all. With snow just make sure you don’t let to much accumulate on top and you will be fine. Enjoy the tent!
You’ll have to get one of the cabin tents and convert the awning/enclosure to a living quarters. They are awesome as well, my brother has one. Thanks for checking out our video!
I didnt need to buy a tent but after watching this. I wanna buy a tent. Grew up in white stags which were really easy to set up but can’t buy those anymore. Don’t like the other tents I’ve seen
When the lady was pushing the top post together, at the end she got pretty wreckless and kinda just took her hands off almost when the post were under tension, could have sprung up hit in face, please watch this video again and hold the connection point more firmly next time, great video though, thanks for your help, for mine iam going to get some pnnant flags for the guy lines to help make the rope stand out and support my sports teams in Pittsburgh!!
It doesn't, but, since it is all canvas, a stove jack can be added. Just have to keep in mind that it has a pole that goes along the center-top lengthwise, so the jack has to be somewhere that doesn't interfere with that pole.
It’ doesn’t have a stove pipe opening. There are videos of people modifying their Kodiak tents to accommodate one, but is risky as you can damage the tent. Thanks for watching zombiewack.
We have never locked our tent but there are two zipper pulls you could padlock together preventing them from separating and unzipping. There are two doors so you would have to hit both. Thanks for watching our video!
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My wife and I sold our 31 foot travel trailer and purchased the Kodiak 10x10 tent. We want to go to places you just can't get to with a trailer. I love your explanation of setting up and I also love the fact you are real people with children and a dog. Well done video and thanks for posting
Thank you! You will have some fun trips with your tent. We love that you can go where trailers cannot with these tents. Thanks for checking out our video!
I researched this tent for a long time before buying it over 3 years ago. It seemed like a lot of money at the time (it was) but I went ahead and did it anyway, paying the exchange and horrendous shipping charges. (I am Canadian). Boy oh boy, am I ever glad I did! I have taken my two grandson's camping all over western Canada. We have been poured on, cooked on and chilled out in the challenging weather, but stayed dry and cozy every time in this tent. I am a 61 year old woman and can put it up by myself, but when the boys are with me we have it up in record time! They are seasoned campers! We splurged on 3 camp cots and set them along the 3 outside walls and have lots of room inside to change, eat, or cheat at cards! That tent, expensive as it was, has paid for itself and is still in mint condition, ready for a fourth summer of fun. Is it heavy? yep. Is it expensive? yep. Do you need to plate it... pump it's tires... endlessly fix things before using it... tow it... or rent a special camping spot for it? Nope! The people who make this awesome tent should be very proud of their work! Nice video by the way! I bet your family would make awesome campers next lot over!
Thanks Kim! We love our tent as well. Your right, it’s well worth the weight and price. Sounds like you have put it to the test as well and made some great memories. We would love to explore some areas in Canada, it’s beautiful up there. Thanks again for watching our videos!
Really appreciate how both of you explained the features and process of using this bad boy. Sure sold me! Thanks for sharing.
No problem! Glad it was helpful! Thanks for checking out our video.
One of the best I have seen. I am using mine for the first time tomorrow. Thanks a bunch...
Awesome your going to love it!!! Thanks for watching NaKaRa.
Thank you so much for your thorough video on how to set up this tent. I've been wanting one, but was afraid I wouldn't be able to set it up. Now I know I can do it!!!
Your welcome! You’ll love the tent. Thank you for watching.
Nice review team! I love that you gave a quick look at how you have it set up for living in at the end. Most reviewers forget to do that. Thank you!!!
Thanks James, we appreciate you checking out our video!
Excellent and detailed instructions. I was going to go with the 12x9 cabin tent but after your video I decided with yours. Thanks
BroadBirch your going to love it! I’m glad the video was helpful. Thanks for watching our video, we really appreciate it!
Good video. Your review of the inside after having all your stuff really helped me grasp just how BIG this thing is.
It is a very spacious tent. We love it. Glad we could help! Thanks for watching our video.
Best setup tutorial ever!!! Thank you guys!
You’re welcome, we are glad it was helpful! Thanks for checking out our video!
I have this exact tent let me say you both did an excellent job explaining how to set up it could not have been done any better. This tent is the best tent i have ever owned nothing has even come close to this tent as far as tents i have or had. Your video made it easier for even me for the next time i set up.Thank you
Thanks Robert, It’s such a great product!!! Thanks for checking out our video!
Thank you very much for this video! We are driving to our campsite now and I thought I would watch a few setup videos as this will be our first time using our 10x14 tent from Kodiak Canvas. Yours was by far the most informative and walks the viewer through the process step by step. We feel better prepared to setup camp once we arrive! Thanks again! Blessings to you and yours💙
Awesome, glad it was helpful. Have an awesome trip. Thanks for watching our video!
Great video! Watched it once then set up our tent for the first time with no problem. Thank you!!
No problem! Glad the video was helpful. Thanks for watching our video.
Great tent, and awesome location. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks, its the first video we made. Im glad you liked it.
Have the same tent I love it, just got back from Ca hi sierras big rock creek.
Camped out for 8 nights with buddy heater on low at night kept us warm.
Had this tent in 50 mph winds no problem held up great.
Best tent I ever owned.
Dang that’s some pretty good wind speeds! Nice to know it will hold up. I love the tent. Solid as a rock. Thanks for checking out our video Greg.
These are great high quality tents. I truly know, lived in one as a very rural camp manager 3 years, (to get to camp 25 miles up a logging road) I lived in it in all weather Rain, Heat, Snow and several times 50 mph winds. Stood up great. Some small bits of advice. Tilt the awning to one side or the other if it's raining, or for more shade in a particular area, if it snows, roll it up. Second, even if the ground looks ok, use a ground sheet for extra floor protection. Third, always be sure the tent is DRY before storing - really dry. Fourth, follow the instructions and "season" the canvas at least twice. Fourth? Bring a can of Camp Dry, while these tents are very weather proof, they can get a small drip. Camp Dry works well and still breathable. Also, getting that second pole up? Get a pair of non slip gloves - it helps a lot.
Great info! Thanks for the tips.
Thanks for the video. I'm just about to go buy one exactly the same. I was on the fence but now I'm ready to pull the trigger !!!
Tom you will love this tent, it’s a great investment. I’m glad the video was able to help your decision.
I am very impressed with the making of this video. Very informative and organized and professionally done. I enjoyed your team work of effort and assisting each other in creating in presenting the Kodiak camping tent. Congratulations, I am now sold on purchasing the Kodiak tent. Thank you. All my questions as been answered. I am happy that you include your Beautiful family and your time. Well done. What a beautiful back drop. Happy adventure.
Thank you Kalima, we appreciate the kind words and are glad the video was helpful in making your decision on the tent. Thank your for watching our video!
Nice review. This is the first one I've seen where people actually show their sleeping arrangements. Tons of room! Had to laugh at the boys. Ready for adventure while Mom and Dad are trying to put on a professional production.
Haha thank you. Kids definitely have their own plans, but at least provide some comic relief. Thank you for checking out our video!
Thank you for the video. Just got the same tent, and it made the practice setup a breeze, aside from the weight! I admit I hadn't seen this kind of tensioner and this was super helpful.
Awesome Jen, your in for some fun times! I’m glad the video was helpful, thanks for watching it.
Thanks a ton for the video guys. Answered all my questions. Will be getting one very soon. Especially liked that you showed your actual camping setup so that I could get a visualization of how everything fits.
I’m glad the video was helpful! Your gonna love the Kodiak tent when you get it. Thanks for watching Jared!
Sweet Life Adventures hey question for you. Is there anyway possible to set it up without staking it down. I know I’ve used some some tents before that say staking is required but have been able to setup without stakes. They won’t stand up to wind and rain but on a nice day they will.
The tent would not expand properly because the tension from the stakes holds the top supports upright. On this tent you only have the one pole across the top that would most likely just fall over. The stake are critical on this tent for the shape.
You'll did an awesome job showing the set up on the Kodiak 🤙🏼
Thanks Jeff. Thanks for watching our video.
Thanks for the instruction on the set up guys ! Mine just came and is till in the box. I'll be setting it up next week and going through it before I take it out next month for 9 days. Can't wait to set it up and get out there with it. Fall feast here I come
Thanks T. Steffes. Your going to love it! Have a fun trip. Thanks for checking out our video!
Thank you for the great tutorial!
Your welcome! Its such a great product that we just had to share.
Great video! I related to the chaos of the kids interrupting the shot!
Thanks memal25. It’s definitely common around our house haha. Thanks for watching our video!
I have this same tent, and I love it. I generally end up setting it up by myself, because my son is a bit young (he'll help with stakes and putting the pole-pin in, though) and my wife is doing-guy-stuff-averse. The only part that I've not found an easier way to do is the second end pole; getting the side up and pulling that pole up high enough to get the pin in is always a challenge by yourself. The awning can be don by preparing the ropes and hammering in the stakes (with ropes around them) ahead of time; make sure you have slack, then grab the pole and rope and do the whole thing right there. Another one-man-job easing technique is to use lag bolts and an impact driver instead of stakes (especially for the tent stakes), but you have to make sure you have enough battery to put them in and get them out.
I love how real your video is, though; it doesn't feel overly scripted or overly produced. Real kids running wild and real people just trying to get their tent up!
Definitely an awesome tent! Mine seems to be getting easier the more we set it up. Maybe the canvas isn’t so super tight like it was when we first got it, making it easier to raise the sides. The awning I’ve always had my wife to help, but if I have to do it myself those tips are great, and will make it a lot easier! Thanks for the tips and for watching merp ius.
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Have used ours twice, but it's been a couple of years. Decided I better get a refresher on setting up. This is great, the only thing that ever confused me was the smaller pole on the top that goes between button and bolt. Your video makes it so easy, thanks!
Thanks Nick! I’m glad the video was helpful. Thanks for checking out our video.
@@SweetLifeAdventures Just had my annual refresher look at your video, a year later and still love that this is here. Don't ever remove it. :)
Haha, glad it’s still useful. Glad your getting out and using your tent. We won’t remove the video so your good for years to come. It’s nice to have a refresher every now and then for sure!
Great review, yall!
Kodiak tents are great.
Thanks Barry! We appreciate you checking out our video.
Just bought this tent and using it for the first time this weekend. Pretty excited
Awesome! Your going to love it. Have a great time.
Such a great video and great team work! I have this same tent and with help of my wife have no issue with putting it up (also can put it up by myself but wheres the fun in that). I also use the big buddy heater and do not have a problem keeping warm when the temps dip down. We have set it up in southern Utah with high winds running through the canyon and set it up on the Oregon coast with constant rains, and in both cases the tent was stable and dry during both trips. I am debating on purchasing the added vestibule ( i think its $99 at Cabela's) but am waiting to see if anyone else can give it a thumbs up or down. Any ways thanks for the video and great looking family!
Thanks George, we appreciate you checking out our video! I have seen the Vestibule go on sale a couple times a year at Cabelas and might pick it up then. I think it would help a ton in windy areas or for winter camping. Thanks again!
Lucky man! Great set up! Best, most relevant
I've seen seen by farrr ....Thank you! Mine is on the way. Oregon camper here.
BTW....I had to order mine...10 days to ship on 05/06/19 Ordered the VX ....But no kids:-)...Very good vid!
Awesome Roofrat McElroy, your going to love it! The VX windows on the side will be nice. We are looking to do some camping in Oregon, you got any spots you would recommend? Thanks for checking out our video.
@@SweetLifeAdventures I think it really depends on what activities your into. We like to be around water for fishing and swimming/boating or at least a creek to play in and put us to sleep at night. I'm in Eastern Oregon and while I appreciate the nature of the west side and coast, I don't travel that direction for camping because of the dense population. Also, on this side of the state you really have about every option you can imagine. High mountain/alpine lakes, high desert, dense mountain forest all the way down to the Snake river and everything in between. The parks are all pretty nice if you don't mind some neighbors and like to shower...lol. Parks can be found throughout. Tell me what you guys enjoy the most and I'd be happy to make some recommendations.
Just got this tent. Super helpful. Thanks guys!
Awesome, glad it was helpful. Enjoy the tent. Thanks for watching our video.
Awesome, looks fun and great family!
Thank you Coactus! We love camping and family time. We appreciate you watching our video!
Thank you for taking the time to make this video. I am considering buying this size but was not sure about being able to set it up by myself.
No problem Belinda! It’s an incredible tent, and I hope it works out for you. Thank you for the comment and checking out our video!
Great video! Full of useful information!
Thank you! We appreciate you checking out our video.
Good vid guys. Thanks for the info!
No problem Vincent. Thanks for checking out our video!
Great video from a great family.
Thanks Randy! We appreciate you checking out our video.
Great video! Thanks for sharing.
Awesome, glad you liked it Gary! Thanks for checking our video out.
Great video, helped me set mine up.
Glad we could help! Thanks for watching our video.
Best video that I've found which shows space inside with a couple Queen size mattress. Looking at getting this or the SpringBar 10x14.
Thanks
Thanks LaRueOBR 5.56. Best of luck in your shopping!
I also have the 10x14 tent except I have the model with the windows on both ends as well. Great tents!
Yeah we love the tent! How do you like the side windows? It seems like a nice feature.
@@SweetLifeAdventures ... Yes they really help for us desert dwellers. Ive also had it out in snow and rain and does fantastic. I've heard if stories of wind storms coming through and these Kodiak tents are the only ones left standing.
😊I have the same tent. Love it & set up & take down frequently solo.
We love ours too! Thanks for checking out our video.
I want this tent ! Great video
Thank you. Definitely an awesome product. Thanks for checking out our video.
Great video! Thank you
Glad you liked it! Thank you for watching.
Excellent video....thanks
Thank you for watching our video, I’m glad it was helpful!
excellent video - very helpful
Thank you, glad we could help.
Nice review. Thanks for sharing.
No problem, thanks for checking out our video!
It’s an awesome tent. I have the 10x10 and it’s been through crazy rain, wind, and snow. The last pole is hard to install if there is only one of you but I manage. Get the Snowpeak pegs, expensive but work great. Or, use lag bolts and an impact drill to hammer them in. ;-)
We use Lag bolts as well now. We found a camping spot that would have been impossible with the regular stakes since the ground was so hard. Thanks for checking out our video!
@@SweetLifeAdventures Very informative! Just received my Kodiak yesterday and am shopping for lag screws for the tent and a large tarp. They are not inexpensive. Looking at 1/2" x 10" hot dipped galvanized. Any recommendations on the length and quality of screw would be much appreciated.
Great video
Thanks Joe Conklin. We appreciate you watching our video!
Great review, thank you...
Eduardo thanks for watching. We love the Kodiak tents!
great video!
Thank you, We're glad you enjoyed it!
Nice video! Appreciate it!
Thank you! Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching our video.
Great video ..
Thanks Mike. Thanks for checking our video out!
Verry nice bro :x Thank you
No problem! Thank you for watching our video!
Nice info thank you
No problem! Thanks for checking out our video!
Very helpful thank you
No problem. We are glad it helped you out! Thanks for watching our video!
Thanks for the video.
Your welcome Joseph Watkins. Thank you for checking out our video!
Loved your video....
Thanks Alex, we appreciate you checking out our video!
Great video guys thanks
Thanks for watching Andrew, we’re glad you liked it!
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Pity we can’t get them here over in the u.k. 😭
Oh man that’s to bad, it’s such a great product. Do you at least have something similar Andrew?
Sweet Life Adventures Hi , no I’m looking for something like this though and thought the tent looked awesome 😎👌🏻
Awesome review of an awesome tent! I have two large dogs..Is the floor durable enough that I won't need to put down a blanket to avoid tears from their claws?? Thank you!
I honestly believe it’s strong enough. We put a blanket down underneath our dogs kennel to protect it from the sharp metal edges, but have never had to worry about their claws.
Thanks for watching our video!
I have bent 3or 4 of the stakes and ended up looking for something better, I found some at Amazon made out of steel rebar, 12 inches, they are great.
That’s a great option it sounds like. Thanks for the info!
Exelente contenido amigo 👍😃🙋♂️
Thanks Jorge, and thanks for checking out our video!
Thank you for a great video. It helped me make a quick decision to get this tent when I saw this deluxe version go on sale for
We always put a tarp underneath for added protection. I’m glad the video was helpful. Thanks for watching our video!
Awesome video, thanks for the review. Couple questions, is this the deluxe model? (I think it is because of gear loft) And did you look at the VX model with the side windows before getting this one?
Thanks Jeff. It is the deluxe model. I knew of the VX model but would have had to order it, and it was considerably more expensive as I got the Deluxe model on a good sale. Ultimately the price was my deciding factor.
Thanks for sharing. How does it do in the summer? There is another version with more windows for another $100. So just wondering if this one is hot in the summer without the extra windows.
Hi Gene. With all the windows open and a little shade it’s pretty comfortable. We mostly do mountain camping so if you were in desert type stuff I would recommend the extra windows. Overall though I’m impressed with the ventilation. Thanks for watching our video.
nice video, i just cant decide on what tent, im new to camping and i will be doing my first camping trip next month in july of 2020, going to ozark national forest in arkansas, weather should be hot summer, maybe 90degrees and possibly rain, not sure, will this be good for hot climate? i dont see a way to leave a window open during rain.
You can leave the front windows open under the canopy as well as the side vents when it’s raining. The tent stays remarkably cool compared to other nylon tents we have had. It would definitely be a good option for you. If your in direct sun a lot any tent will be fairly warm, but like I said we have found this tent stays cooler and warmer if needed than most.! Good luck with your shopping and thank you for watching our video!
This is a really good video ! I was trying to save up enough to buy a roof top tent but even as a ground tent this is really a good one, i guess would have no problem in the winter with a little heater inside.. 👍
Thanks Alessandro! It’s a great tent, and perfect for winter with the heater. Thanks for watching our video.
Sweet Life Adventures thank you to gave me the idea..this is a lot cheaper than what i had in mind and it will fit more of my stuff.. 🤣👍
@@Italianborn Did you ever get a rooftop tent ? I've really been debating a rooftop but these seem so spacious and much cheaper.
@@lawrenceporter3723 not yet but i had a kodiak tent and it's like 10 min for good to open and setting it up.. and winter ground frozen it's terrible to set up...roomy but terrible.. i sold it already, next will be a travel trailer
@@Italianborn Ok, Was it bad just because you couldnt put stakes in ? I really dont want to have to buy a trailer
Thanks for the vid 😊, I have a 10x10 which has 16 pegs! Liking the sound of only 14 pegs though, looks like you don't need one where the pole goes whereas ours does?
Apparently I have two leftover pegs after setting up the canopy. I’ve probably been doing it wrong this whole time. Thanks for the heads up, I’ll try staking the pole hooks next time I set it up. Thanks swagging sisters!
@@SweetLifeAdventures oops 😆😂😳😜 haha, happy to help out, still reckon it was a great vid anyway and hey, learning curves and all...
Awesome video! We are looking at getting this same tent for our family of 5. We are thinking about doing a 4 cot setup with one of them being bunk style. What are your thoughts as far as room? What are your thoughts 4 years later? How has it held up? And do you wish you would have went bigger? Thanks for any information. Happy camping and enjoy that family time!
I think you will have plenty of room with the cots. We don’t regret getting this size tent, it’s perfect, sturdy, and after four years still like brand new. And we use it a lot. The canvas on the outside is a little dirty is all, but functionally perfect. We love our tent and recommend it to anyone. Good luck in your search for a tent and thanks for watching!
Hi, what is a Heater Buddy ? thanks ! great vid
Thomas K it’s a propane panel heater that is safe to go in your tent. They are awesome. Here is a link to a video I made about the Heater Buddy in our Kodiak tent. Kodiak Canvas Tent | How to keep warm cold camping with a Mr. Heater Buddy.
Tutorial/Review ruclips.net/video/zPW3LJcMnBI/видео.html
Here's something I noticed before in other videos that might help keep the tent clean! At 12:50 into the video, you can see the dirt marks from where you were standing on the tent with your shoes while installing the top flex poles. In fact, if you stop the video at 13:03 you are pointing right at one of those marks. It might be a helpful tip to have a small tarp to stand on while installing this part of the installation poles & rods. You could wrap the poles & rods with it when breaking it down keeping it stored in the pole bag for easy access at installation. I just ordered (Competitive Edge Products .com) this tent but the VX with the end windows & waiting for it to show up on May 7th, 2020. This company is great. In contracting customer service with help with my ordering I got Charley Hansen (the host in a lot of their videos) he pulled my purchase after helping me emailing me the tracking number within seconds of the transaction going through. People that tent went out that afternoon & is halfway here! Great service from these guys! Oh, did I mention to use this discount code & save 3% (CEPCOMEBACK) which Charley freely offered. www.competitiveedgeproducts.com/Super-Deluxe-Kodiak-Canvas-Tent-6041VX-10x14-with-tarp-6043_p_23.html Happy Camping! Check out the trailer to my latest film. ruclips.net/video/f6Q-xowY0d0/видео.html
Great tip for protecting the tent. Thank you. Good luck with your film.
How has it held up in rain ? I've had 2 large tents, of a different manufacturer very tough but had to bail rain from the interior twice from sideways wind/rain. Also if you don't want to raise the awning is there a way to secure it so it doesn't flap in the wind ?
It does great in rain. After a couple of straight days of rain you might get minimal condensation on the interior walls, but nothing leaking. The awning has several tie backs to secure it to the tent when not in use.
Question. When you are folding it up to store it do you fold it lengthwise twice then roll it up?
Yes lengthwise twice, then fold it in half, then roll.
How does this tent do in warmer weather. It looks like it is geared more toward cooler weather. I live in Georgia and for the most part will avoid the hottest, wettest months, but I am concerned that it can be opened up enough to breathe if it is raining as there is no mesh covered from rain except the front door.
Canvas doesn’t transfer heat as quickly actually making it better for hot and cold weather camping. I couldn’t believe how much cooler this tent was in the summer compared to our nylon tent. You can fully open up the front windows and side vents when it’s raining if you have the canopy up in the front. It doesn’t seem like it would be cooler, but it is. I live in Idaho which has significantly less humidity compared to Georgia, but I would imagine you will experience the same results as I did.
@@SweetLifeAdventures thanks for the quick response. I am looking at it for a Jeep trip to Colorado where it won't be super hot. But will want to use it in the North Georgia mountains and it can get warm and wet there in the summer. This tent is at the top of my list so far .
I think you would be happy with it for sure! Have fun camping. Thanks for checking out our video.
Great video guys thanks, very thorough. Does the tent hold heat pretty well when you use the heater ?
Yes it holds heat great. Due to the propane we even leave the vents and one window open a bit for ventilation, no issues retaining the heat. Thanks for watching our video!
@@SweetLifeAdventures Thanks very much, once again great job on the video
What is the location of these rock formations? I would love to go there and check it out!
It is in Succor Creek Oregon. It’s really a neat canyon. Thanks for checking out our video!
Very cute assistant sir! Lucky man
I definitely lucked out and married up. Couldn't have asked for a better partner!
I have watched a bunch of these on this tent. Bar none best one... Do y'all have the vestibule?
Thanks Tim! We do not have the vestibule, but I have thought about getting one. I’ve been torn if we would utilize it all that much or if it would be worth setting up along with the tent each time. I have heard only good things about them though! Thanks for watching our video.
I’ve got the Springbar and the vestibule is good for blocking the wind and keeping junk from getting saturated. If you use it a lot in inclement weather or changing seasons, it’s worth it to spring for the upgrade.
I came across your video while camping in my Ozark Trail last night. I hear that canvas tents are much warmer compare to the nylon tents. I also have 3 kids, a 12 years old, 9 years , and a 2 years old toddler. How do you like your tent after 4 years of usage? How are the spaces in the tent now that your boys are a little older?
It’s amazing and still like brand new. We have changed our sleeping arrangement to a king, queen, and twin mattress configuration, and still have plenty of room. The tent is very warm in cool weather and with all the ventilation from windows, cool when hot out. It’s worth every penny.
Question for you guys... What is the lowest temp you have used this tent in with the Buddy Heater? And did you stay comfortable? I am a hunting guide and plan to use the Buddy Heater in my Kodiak that I just purchased. I am often in temps down to 0*, so I thought I would ask. Thanks for the great review!!!!
Unfortunately the lowest we have been is low 20’s but I ran the big buddy heater on medium and stayed toasty warm. On high you would probably be okay but I can’t speak from experience at 0 degrees. Best of luck!
@@SweetLifeAdventures Any condensation?
We didn’t experience any, but when using the buddy heater we leave the vents and one window at least a foot or more open for good ventilation.
Put the awning stakes in the ground first. Then set Pole then rope to the stake one person easy peasy.
Thanks for the tip!
Have you had it said up in high winds? How did it hold up?
We have had it in winds around 40mph and it held up great. No issues. Several nylon tents near us were flattened with people in them and the empty ones blew away. We didn’t have any of these problems. The flex bow is extremely solid. Kodiak even states that their flex bow models are some of the best for windy conditions. I have heard people say they have had their flex bows survive in 60mph gusts. Thanks for watching our video!
I have seen that this is the old school tough as your grandpa tent to buy. Im very familiar with canvas material and always oppose fiberglass material over steel any day since heat does rot it over time especially stored in heat.
Steel is the way to go for sure. We have been super impressed with the quality of this tent. Not one defect that we have found and we use it a lot. Just a little dirty from many, many adventures. Thank you for your expertise and taking the time to watch our video.
What Is The Most altitud that you have Run The Me. Buddy heater?
Around 8,000 ft.
Where do I buy this tent as I couldnt find this tent on amazon
We bought ours from Cabelas. If online, competitive edge is a good option.
I haven’t found the comment but I have the same tent and would like to know what tarp you guys used and reviews on the tarp it’s self
We just use a regular old brown tarp. It’s slightly bigger than our tent so we have to fold it to fit underneath. Just make sure no tarp is hanging out from under the tent, otherwise when it rains it will run off the tent and collect between the tarp and the tent. There is a Kodiak tarp made specifically to go underneath that we may eventually buy. Best of luck. Thanks for watching our video.
Sweet Life Adventures thank you yeah I am also looking into that tarp but getting mixed reviews about it not to sure but only one way to find out great video !
I enjoyed the video. It sure looks a heck of a lot easier than setting up a fur trade tent. I do have one complaint, for God's sake get a BFH and get rid of the toy hammer.
Most definitely. We have upgraded a significant amount of tools and ways we do thing now. Like you mentioned, better hammer, lag bolts etc. thanks for checking out our video!
Does this tent allow for the add-on of a stove?
There is not a specific kit that the manufacturer makes or provides but I have seen a couple of videos and Pinterest posts of people modifying it and attaching a stove pipe. So it is possible, but something you wouldn’t want to mess up.
How does handle weather? High winds, snow, rain etc..? Awesome video haven't set mine up yet haha. Still new in the box
We have experienced crazy winds that blew regular tents away while our kodiak stood strong. It’s amazingly sturdy. Just this august we had a camping trip that rained for 3 days straight and no leaks or issues at all. With snow just make sure you don’t let to much accumulate on top and you will be fine. Enjoy the tent!
@@SweetLifeAdventures Awesome! Thank you so much
The VX model has more windows/ventilation, but costs more.. How was the tent without the side window vents in the heat?
It’s not bad. When all windows and the side vents are open it has really great air flow. I’ve been impressed with this tent in hot weather.
Sold!!
One of our Best Buy’s yet. You won’t be disappointed! Thanks for watching!
Very nice 👍 but I would like my rm separate from my living quarters 😅
You’ll have to get one of the cabin tents and convert the awning/enclosure to a living quarters. They are awesome as well, my brother has one. Thanks for checking out our video!
I didnt need to buy a tent but after watching this. I wanna buy a tent. Grew up in white stags which were really easy to set up but can’t buy those anymore. Don’t like the other tents I’ve seen
This tent won’t disappoint. We love it! Thanks for watching our video!
Add a stove jack and a NU-WAY 3500 stove and you'll be toasty warm in any temp.
That would be awesome! We use a big buddy heater and it gets toasty warm quick. We love this tent! Thanks for watching!
When the lady was pushing the top post together, at the end she got pretty wreckless and kinda just took her hands off almost when the post were under tension, could have sprung up hit in face, please watch this video again and hold the connection point more firmly next time, great video though, thanks for your help, for mine iam going to get some pnnant flags for the guy lines to help make the rope stand out and support my sports teams in Pittsburgh!!
There is definitely some serious tension. Thanks for watching our video.
Is this the 8 person tent? Looks like the easiest of the kodiaks to setup so far!
Yes it is the 8 person. I feel like it’s more comfortably a 6 person, but you could squeeze 8. Thanks for checking out our video.
Does it have a stove pipe opening?
It doesn't, but, since it is all canvas, a stove jack can be added. Just have to keep in mind that it has a pole that goes along the center-top lengthwise, so the jack has to be somewhere that doesn't interfere with that pole.
It’ doesn’t have a stove pipe opening. There are videos of people modifying their Kodiak tents to accommodate one, but is risky as you can damage the tent. Thanks for watching zombiewack.
i hope some day, welcome to your family to Vietnam...
That would be amazing, Vietnam looks beautiful.
Is that a pitbull/corgi mix? Thats an insanely cute dog!
He is a purebred Pembroke Welsh tricolor Corgi. Corgis are amazing dogs! We love him to death!
How do you lock the door?
We have never locked our tent but there are two zipper pulls you could padlock together preventing them from separating and unzipping. There are two doors so you would have to hit both. Thanks for watching our video!