Tent using awning and sidewalls.

[bluehash]

I was looking over this thread, and came across Mike R's pic.

Looking at CVTs site, they do have floors for such a setup. Has anybody used this setup, instead of carrying an RTT. Less weight and load on top/less wind resistance. Probably a few more setup minutes when compared to an RTT. With a floor you can place a cot and have standing area. You do loose awning space though.

 

[mike r]

Hey thats me
I use mine when I have a more permanent camp, I think on a trailer it would work well but having to put away for a drive up the trail is is too much work.

 

[Kcdude]

Does the enclosure have a roof? Looks like a large gap between the awning for dust, rain, critters. Maybe good for temporary sleeping but not a tent substitute.

 

[mike r]

yes it is fully enclosed with roof, it zips on at front and back and hangs on to the side support bars with clips. it is heavy and takes up a hole pelican case by its self
if i was to do it again i would choose something like this

picture taken from camping concepts site

 

[Colonal Angus]

yes it is fully enclosed with roof, it zips on at front and back and hangs on to the side support bars with clips. it is heavy and takes up a hole pelican case by its self
if i was to do it again i would choose something like this

picture taken from camping concepts site

CVT now offers the Butte Tent. Same concept as this pic... Looks awesome!

 

[mike r]

i saw somewhere that they did but i couldn't see it on the site

 

[Kcdude]

http://www.cascadiatents.com/index.php?m=84&s=550&c=&id=146.
$385 shipped, cheaper than a 79" enclosure. That would be $270 if he does another 30%off GB. Only bummer is the 6'+ pack size...similar to the oztent frame.

I was considering one of these added to my Fiamma awing sail track since it is not compatible with side walls. It also can be set up standalone. Curious to see a review.

 

[bluehash]

Thanks a lot for the answers and the pictures. Never knew about the Butte tent.

 

[doc holiday]

I'm in for a butte

 

[Colonal Angus]

I like that Butte tent a lot. I'm so happy with my Kodiak Canvas though...I can't justify another ground tent. If I didn't have the Kodiak...I'd be looking hard at the butte.

 

[60Dan]

I'm planning on a butte when CVT does the next group buy. Which I hope is soon.
Looks like it will be a great place to escape the rain.
I have the camping lab awning and since going out of business I cannot get hold of the side walls