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I have had my 14 x 16 ft Davis Tent for 12 years. It has made a few trips to Colorado and Wyoming, I have been very happy with it.

I've set a 14x16 Davis up solo a bunch of times. Gets a bit sporty...grin .

A big +1 on the Montana canvas wall tent. You can get through a pretty bad storm in a canvas wall tent and a good wood stove.

I've got a 14x16 canvas wall tent from these guys, along with their largest stove, and I like the setup so far.

I'm more for temperate days, cabaret with table overlooking the beach. Vodka tall and something like inconspicuous set of opera glasses. Sunset migration ritual; fems from the sand. Each to their own and... 'somebody has to do it'! And 'someday' again to resume!

Best & Stay Safe Out There!
John

Check out Springbar tents. I think the Kodiak uses Springbar’s design. If you look under equipment on their website it looks like they have models with stoves.

I have had the family camper model for about 8 years it has been great.

I had a North Face Mountain tent. I would pitch out the rain fly much wider so it didn't go to the ground. A Coleman 2 burner lantern on low was set inside the fly but outside the tent. Not sure I was ever out in -30 but -20 for sure not counting wind chill.

In the Army I did German winters in a GP small or the even smaller Hex tents. Diesel canon ball stove just like on MASH. A liner for the tents makes them much nicer to winter in.

Pick your spot to set up on. Frozen ground can turn to mud inside the warm tent.

It does. This past year, it took me just short of an hour to get it and the cot set up. For solo setup, I'm liking the traditional frame vs the internal.

So, how do you use the bolts and drill? Lag bolts instead of nails/stakes for the bottom wall?

I have an Alakanak. I have had it for probably 20yrs. Dont Know if the new ones are different but mine is still in great shape

Yes, you'll need a washer as well for the bottom wall....

I haven't used an Alaknak but apparently they use a fabric with a much tighter weave than canvas and with some synthetic mixed in. It's very strong and much lighter weight than canvas but it does sweat more as it doesn't allow water to penetrate.

Copy that. Thinking of adding washers to the guy line stakes as well. Occasionally have one slip off.

Davis Tent or Reliable tent and Tipi. Kwik-Kamp Stove.

Thanks for the info...looks promising



Also good info, Thanks.

Alaknak

Looks good if you can find that much flat land that's also cleared.

What's the shortest duration for which you would set one up?

We use and recommend “ Spring Bar Tent” we have the 6 person one. Only tent I’ve heard of that has a wind rating, can have stove Jack installed when you order , or get a diesel heater( I prefer) . I don’t have a link but just search it up.

I have a Montana Canvas Tent 14x16 with 12 oz. canvas. Works great.
It's about 24 years old. Still going.

I use a 10x14 Kodiak and really like it. I use propane for heat but am considering a wood stove. A springbar tent is a good option.

I dont have any recommendation but invite me and ill cook and cut firewood. I got a big ol diesel truck and a big Husquvarna saw and know how to use it. Ill be the firewood hand.