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Sentiment score60% positive
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Last updated: Jun 6, 2026

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Reddit Iconturtleturbo
4 months ago

I've got the 4P and we've just copped a few days of marine wind warnings by the coast with 60km/h + winds. Tent is absolutely fine. Haven't bothered pitching up the awning as the vestibule gives good shade anyway. Noticed other tents close by really copped it but ours was standing proud with no dramas.

Reddit Iconibelievetoo
3 months ago

This is me, im cheap and i dont like to spend much time setting up the tent. I would get a walmart, ozark trail 4P instant tent. For rainy/sunny days, will just have a large tarp over. The tent is tall, sets up in 5 mins or less, tarp setup another 10 mins and im done.

Reddit Iconpunchymcslappers
10 months ago

I’ve used a couple 4 person instants and have been impressed. Gazelle (excellent) and an Ozark Trail very cheap but still quite good).

Reddit IconCyberDonSystems
7 months ago

Go for a 4-person tent. Ozark Trail at Walmart has some decent ones. I still have one my wife and I used a few times a year for many years before the kids came along.

Reddit IconIllustrious_Dig9644
7 months ago

Came here to say this! We picked up an Ozark Trail 4-person tent for festivals and it’s honestly way roomier and sturdier than I expected for the price. Setup is super straightforward, too, my partner put it together solo with no experience whatsoever.

Reddit Iconpoop_slayer
11 months ago

Yes, we have the Ozark Trail 4-person tent that I got for like $30. Been through five heavy thunderstorms now and zero leaks right out of the box. I did finally waterproof it with some Scotchguard spray after our last trip because I didn't want to push my luck, but that thing is a tank.

Reddit IconDefiant_Quarter_1187
3 months ago

Yep. I’ve had my Ozark trail 4 person tent for about 5 years now, we camp at least three times a summer usually more. The tent still is in great condition no leaks (I did spray it with weatherproofing when I first got it) and all the zippers are still good.

Reddit IconElaikases
5 months ago

Much depends on your use. Are you driving out and camping in a campground? Basically car camping? Do you hike in 15 miles, camp and hike out? Do you use your tent just to sleep or do you hang out in it? Do you share your tent? It seems like it is just you and the dog and maybe one other person and it is out and back weekends at a campground. For long trails, backpacking months at a time, Durston tents are good for one or two people. The Pro 2p is what I’ve owned in the past. The XMid has a good price point. The REI half dome has more interior room and is easier to set up. For car camping and spending some time in the tent an Ozark Trails 4 person tent used for two is great (walked out to my garage to check ours). We got it at a garage sale but only use it for car camping bb My current primary tent is for backpacking with my wife, months at a time. I love it but I would not recommend the Zpacks Trio for your use. From what I can tell from your post weight doesn’t really matter. Interior comfort does. But without more none of us here can tell. Finally, most online lists are trying to get you to buy so they can rake in affiliate marketing kickbacks. That results in confusing and scattershot reviews and advice. Wish you luck.

11 months ago

And. If car camping there are Ozark Trail tents that are fine. https://preview.redd.it/u3ktlc9mr4ff1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=cfc60349b44f801c690b93f8e94891b8a32b98bc Vs

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