Person Family Dome
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 New Coleman 6 Man Family Dome Camping Tent BLUE Laurel Creek 11x9x6 MSRP $149  US $68.00
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 NEW OUTDOOR CAMPING TENT COLEMAN ELITE SUNDOME 6 PERSON 12 X 10 TENT US $196.88
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 Wenzel Camping 4 5 Person 2 Room Dome Family Tent Doors Window Curtain NEW US $74.95
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 Mountain Trails Grand Pass 18 X 10 6 to 8 Person Tent US $73.99
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 Coleman Montana 6 Tent US $99.00
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 Huge 8 12 Person ROCKPORT 4 ROOM LARGE FAMILY CAMPING TENT NEW US $127.50
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 Northwest Territory Family Cabin Dome Tent US $100.00
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 NEW COLEMAN Camping Evanston 8 Person Family Screened Waterproof Tent 15 x 12 US $149.95
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 Giga Tent ft 020 Katahdin US $109.00
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 Peaktop 31 Rooms 8 10 Man XX Large Family Group Camping Tent 3 Season US $184.99
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 Coleman 6 Person Family Camping Tent Scout Troops Summer Fun One Person Setup US $138.64
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 NEW 5 Person camping Tent w Rain Cover 10x10x65 Beach Hiking Summer Bike US $71.95
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 NEW COMFY 5 Person camping Tent w Rain Cover 10x10x78 Hiking Motor Cycle US $83.79
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 Peaktop 31 rooms9 12 Man Person Family Group Camping Tent Outdoor 3 season US $141.99
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 New outdoor 3 Season 8 10 Person 31 Room XX Large Family Group Camping Tent US $169.99
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 COLEMAN Sundome 6 Person Tent Camping Sleeping 10 x 10 US $118.95
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 Magellan Outdoors Congaree II 8 Person Family Dome Tent US $.99
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 Tahoe Gear Zion 8 Person Family Tent with Screen Porch US $240.95
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 Tahoe Gear Acadia 6 Person 3 Season Family Dome Tent US $87.95
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 Huge 10 15 Person LEXINGTON 4 ROOM LARGE FAMILY CAMPING TENT US $103.50
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 Tahoe Gear Coronado 12 Person Dome 3 Season Family Cabin Tent US $164.95
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 Tahoe Gear Olympic 10 Person Three Season Family Tent US $197.95
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 Peaktop 31 rooms 9 12 Man Person Family Group Camping Tent Outdoor US $129.99
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 Wenzel Great Basin 18 X 10 Feet 9 Person Two Room Family Dome US $120.00
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 Peaktop 31 Rooms 8 10 Man XX Large Family Group Camping Tent US $170.99
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 Rei Camp Dome 6 Tent Great Shape Used a couple times US $199.00
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 Wenzel Pine Ridge 10 by 8 Foot Four to Five Person 2 Room Dome Tent Camping US $105.95
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 camping tents US $24.99
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 Ozark Trail 20x11 Dome 3 Room Sleep 10 Person Camping Tent w Weather Armor US $189.95
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 COLEMAN Monterey 6 Person Tent Excellent Condition US $75.00
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 APARTMENT 9 XXL 31 rooms Family Camping Tent 9 12 Man Outdoor US $119.99
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 NEW Columbia High Trail Family Dome Tent 6 8 Person 15 x 11 Blue Tan US $26.00
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 Wenzel Cedar Lake HUGE 8 person 14x14 Tent NEW US $139.99
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 Wenzel Kodiak Family Cabin Dome Tent US $200.00
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 GANDER MOUNTAIN GRIZZLY DEN 8 DOME TENT FAMILY CAMPING US $125.00
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 Swiss Gear Large 2 Room Sleeps 10 Person Family Cabin Dome Tent Camp New US $234.99
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 New Coleman Durango 2 Person Camping Tent 7 x 5 Green US $39.90
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 COLEMAN ELITE SUNDOME TENT 12 X 10 TENT 6 Person 2 Room Camping Hiking Fishing US $223.94
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 Ozark Trail 8 Person 14 x 8 Family Camping Tent NEW US $119.88
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 Eureka Tetragon 9 Camping Tent sleeps 4 to 5 Person People Man US $999.00
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 Wenzel Family Sleeps 8 Person 3 Room Dome Camping Large Tent W Rain Cover New US $164.90
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 Outdoor Works Algonquin Family Dome 5 Person Tent with Screen Room Porch US $139.99
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 Suisse Sport Wyoming 3 Room Family Dome Camping Tent 18 x 10 8 Person People Man US $148.37
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 Wenzel Big Bend 12 x 10 Foot 5 Person People Man 2 Room Family Dome Camping Tent US $111.51
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 Wenzel Wolf Large 2 Room Sleeps 7 Person Family Cabin Dome Tent Camp New US $175.89
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 Mountain Trails Salmon River 11 x 11 2 Room 6 Person People Man Camping Tent US $109.12
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 Pro Family Camping Camp Dome Tent 2 Person 7x7 Feet US $36.76
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 Montana Family Dome Tent With Screened Porch Room US $175.00
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 New Coleman Elite Evanston 8 Person Dome Tent 12 x 12 US $169.95
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 Family Camping Dome Tent 5 Sleeps 14 x 10 w Porch US $150.36
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 Rokk 73887 Bell Rock 6 person Camping Family Dome Tent RK39008 Hunting 96 sqf US $189.99
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 The Lodge Square Dome 10 x 10 SUV Tent by Texsport® US $136.95
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 Eureka Tetragon 12 by 10 Foot 8 Person Family Tent US $304.48
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 NEW Coleman Camping Tent 8 person Tent 12x12 US $219.00
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 Lodge Square Dome Camping Tent 5 Person 10x10 US $165.00
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 Texsport Pro Family Camping Dome 2 People Tent US $40.95
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 Mountain Trails Grand Pass 2 Room Family Dome Tent US $149.95
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 Wenzel Big Bend Familiy Dome 5 Person Tent US $111.95
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 Rokk Bell Rock 6 Person Tent US $163.95
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 Wenzel Pine Ridge 10 by 8 Foot 4 to 5 Person People Man 2 Room Dome Camping Tent US $999.00
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 Wenzel Kodiak Family Cabin Dome Camping Tent 9 Person People Man Camping Tent US $219.63
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 Eureka Tetragon 1610 Camping Tent sleeps 9 Person People Man US $238.24
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 Eureka Tetragon 1210 Camping Tent sleeps 8 Person People Man US $999.00
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 Eureka Sunrise 9 Camping Tent sleeps 4 to 5 Person People Man US $292.73
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 Eureka Sunrise 11 Camping Tent sleeps 5 to 6 Person People Man US $350.74
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 New Suisse Sport 3 Room Family Dome Camping Tent Sleeps 5 With Screened Porch US $179.99
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 Ozark Trail 6 Person Family Dome Camping Tent 12 x 8 US $94.88
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 GREEN COLEMAN DOME TENT 8 PEOPLE PERSON CAPACITY FAMILY CAMPING TEN BRAND NEW US $189.99
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 Texsport 78x40x108 Family Camping Dome Tent 3 Person US $67.13
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 Coleman 10 x 8 Feet Family Camping Dome Tent 4 Person US $155.19
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 Coleman 5 x 7 Feet Family Camping Dome Tent 2 Person US $51.25
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 ALPS Pro Family Camp Camping Dome Tent 4 Person US $200.64
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 Suisse Sport 12x10 Family Camping Dome Tent 6 Person US $93.44
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 Coleman 9 x 7 Feet Family Camping Dome Tent 4 Person US $227.35
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 Coleman Outdoor Pro Family Camping Dome Tent 4 Person US $75.84
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 COLEMAN EVANSTON 8 TENT 2000001587 US $187.89
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 Sierra Designs Wu Hu Annex 62 Tent w Footprint Organizer US $377.52
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 New Coleman Montana 16 by 7 Foot 8 Person Tent US $144.99
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 Wenzel 10 by 8 Foot 5 Person Camping 2 Room Pro Tent US $151.67
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 NEW Denali Family Dome Tent 18 x 10 8 person tent US $94.99
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Camping Tent Designs – The Greatest Strengths And Worst Weaknesses Of Family Dome Tents Revealed
Family dome tents have grown increasingly popular for family camping, and you get them in many different sizes. But is such a tent really the right choice for you? Let's take a look at the different types of family dome tents, and especially at the strengths and weaknesses of this camping tent design.
Family dome tents styles
- Classic geodesic dome
- Half dome or tunnel tent
The classic dome tent shows a simple dome shape. There are also larger family dome tents that are made up out of several domes. Both are great for family camping which involves spending the whole time at one place, since they are larger and offer more space. Half dome or tunnel tents, on the other hand, are very good for backpacking. By reducing the dome size, they cut down on weight and produce a smaller pack size, which makes them more convenient to carry.
Main strengths of family dome tents
- Large floor space – This gives you a large sleeping area and sufficient space for your luggage.
- Highly sturdy in extreme weather – Instead of a static frame, stability is reached through all tent components working together, with poles made of flexible materials like carbon fibre. The low, round shape of family dome tents lets them easily shed rain and snow, and makes them very wind resistant.
- Lighter than cabin tents of the same size – This is mainly due to the absence of a heavy tent frame.
- Easy setup – Family dome tents often use shock-corded poles. These easily unfold to full length, and a color coding shows you where each pole must go.
- Free-standing – Most family dome tents can be set up on any level surface, for example your backyard. However, the rain fly does need staking. Also, it's generally advised that you do stake your tent down, just in case strong winds come up.
Weaknesses of family dome tents
- Less usable space – Family dome tents offer less space for camping furniture than equally sized cabin tents. Large items can only be set up in the center part.
- Less freedom to move – Due to the dome shape, head space is often a problem. Whilst larger dome tents might allow you to stand fairly straight in the center (if you are not very tall), the smaller sized ones allow you only to sit up and make you crawl rather instead of walk. Half dome or tunnel tents might not even allow a tall person to sit up straight.
These considerations clearly show you what family dome tents are good for, and when you should rather not pick them. Classic family dome tents are a great choice for camping vacations that are likely to face heavy weather conditions, especially strong wind, but will find you most of your time outside. Half dome or tunnel tents are excellent options for backpacking or other types of travel-camping. In general, family dome tents are rather for people who can do with less space and comfort, whilst those travelling with half their household, or expecting to spend much time inside the tent, should rather opt for a cabin tent.
About the Author
B. Berlin is the marketing director of Family Tents World.com. To find quality family camping tents visit www.familytentsworld.com today. We offer dome tents of various sizes, as well as tunnel tents for backpacking, and dome-cabin-tent hybrids giving you the best of both designs.
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