Quack,

I wouldn't worry too much about embers if you're still planning to run a Four-Dog. When I got mine I thought the baffle was B.S. so I sat in front of the stove and watched to see if embers would go up the flue. After awhile I gave up. There's no straight-line shot. Not saying it can never happen, but the only thing that could sneak up there was very light ash from burnt paper. I never got pinholes in that Outback, but I did use an arrestor to keep the rangers from hassling me.

The 8x8 would be a good tent for solo use. The regular price of the Outback is too high now though, for what it is. Have you though about a tipi from Ti Goat, Seek Outside, or Kifaru? These might be the one tent that can do everything for you, but the cost is high.

Another interesting design I considered is the Snowtrekker, but they are not very big.

Last edited by 4th_point; 06/07/13.