I have a 12x12 Alaknak and I like it alot.
Like peole have said it is way easier to set up than a canvas tent. I haven't found it to be bad for condensation on the inside either. We usually have a fire going in the stove at night when we go to sleep, and with the design of the roof (theres no ridge)
any condensation would run down to the walls.
The best part of the Alaknak is what you get for the money.
When I bought mine in 2003 t was $600.00.
Thats for a tent with a floor, frame, windows. A canvas tent with all of those features would cost twice that.
I've slept in many canvas tents, and I cant tell any difference in one being warmer than another. Lets face it, when the fire goes out its cold.
I set my Alaknak up with a tarp just like a canvas tent. It eliminates the snow build up problem. I havent lost any sleep to the tent flapping in the wind. If its set up properly it shouldnt be a problem. Or maybe Im just damn tired when Im elk hunting
KC
