Originally Posted by chefisaac

I think I have narrowed it down to two tents and would like to hear what you all think.

One quick note.... in this thread, I am not looking for suggestions on other tents but feel free to post that in this thread http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...9145-Tent-info Not trying to be rude but tent selection can be mind boggling and my mind is fried.

*I have not seen any of these tents in person yet. Thats the next step once I fly back into town*

First tent: http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...9145-Tent-info

I love the design, room, and storage room. Wish it was freestanding or at least have the option of being free standing. I watched the video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZxZ0A_O2s7Q) and it seems like it takes a while to set up. Not a bad thing per say but just a concern. Also, it bugs me there is no mosquito netting (like a screen door). I get hot at night a lot of time and love windows open in my house and would not want mosquitoes to come in.

Second Tent: http://www.rei.com/product/827801/re...e-t3-plus-tent

Nice little tent. I wonder if it would be long enough for me.... 6 foot 4 inches. Vestibules are sorta small but again, only going by pictures.

Things I am looking for in a tent:

Room for myself. I am tall and a big boy.

Enough room for my panniers and stuff

No leaking

Customer service

Weight to some degree

Room!

Easy to set up

Would like to be able to sit up


I am open to thoughts and comments.

Thank you!