The Complicated Truth About Coleman Tents - Coleman Skydome 4 Person Tent Review
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- Опубліковано 8 чер 2024
- In this episode the Coleman Skydome 4 Person Tent is being reviewed and we'll answer the ultimate question,
Can Coleman Be Trusted?
As with most things in this world, it's COMPLICATED!
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My last Coleman cheap tent lasted nearly 15 years. The fabric began deteriorating. I love Coleman.
Excellent review young lady!
I’m 74 years old and grew up with Coleman and Eureka tents, as well with Coleman camping products.
Gas lanterns, stoves and heaters with the name Coleman on it used to be as American as Winchester, Colt and Smith&Wesson.
Those days are just about gone.
However, I’m a motorcycle camper and actually have an American made bike,’17 Indian Roadmaster.
It’s a big touring bike so pack weight is not a huge issue.
Because of Luke’s recent test of the OneTigeris Cosmitto 2 tent, I purchased one!
Haven’t camped with it yet as I’m in Michigan and it’s not quite motorcycle riding or camping season yet.
Thank you again for your thorough review.
Very fair review. I bought a Coleman 4 person “instant” tent with the extra fly for about $110.00 USD and never had a problem except I had to leave the tent in my backyard for about 10 days to get the commercial smell out of the tent and I needed to rub some soap on the zippers to smooth them out. I use it exclusively for camping with my Jeep where the weight and larger size is not a problem and its carrying bag is actually large enough to easily please back into the bag. For the price you can’t go wrong.
Thanks for a great review. I like Coleman and have used their products (tents, lanterns, stoves, etc) for over 35 years and they have not let me down. I still use some, mostly lanterns & stoves, that's are much older and still work great. Always take care of your camping gear and that will help it last.
I had the Coleman 6 Person Skydome with the screen room. I really loved it. I bought the screen room because I love rustic camping, but I don't like rustic bugs. The Screen room would act as an barrier to prevent anything getting in when you were getting in and it did an excellent job. It also acted as a half decent storage area for things like ice coolers and backpacks.
Ive tested this many times during the rain or where ants were all over the tent and not one drop or ant got in. So that was a win for me.
The only 2 things i didnt fancy was 1. the screen room wasn't fully waterproof. Only the top, so rain could get in there. Not a big deal. 2. I've notice many mention this ( as well as you 7:05) is they say it's for x amount of people, but it really isn't. As i said i got the 6 person but realistically 4 was comfortable. 6 would be smashed like sardines.
Quality wise coleman is fine. Not the worst, but not the best. You aren't going to be disappointed if you get one. I do admit as someone who likes coleman that they aren't the same as when they were made in American, but they aren't bad.
Coleman is always a goto tent for Boy Scouts because it's budget friendly. Thanks for the review, Suzy.
True.
I purchased Coleman tents for the Scouts when I was a leader.
Always had good luck with them, especially for the price.
We purchased a lot of them for that reason. Sure, we might have to return some due to defects, but they always replaced them without question like they did for Suzy. As long as they didn't leak and kept the boys dry. Boys can be hard on equipment, so it was cheaper to replace a low budget tent than a high dollar one. We'd set everything up and run it through a full gear check which also gave the older boys a chance to teach the new Scouts how to set up and break down a campsite before hitting the woods with them.
I'm a Scout Leader and you really don't see Troops buying Coleman Tents anymore. Alps Mountaineering is the most common budget brand you see now.
@@rdaleytex I'm with American Heritage Girls. Our troop does not buy equipment (Nowhere to store it) But our families buy tents for themselves and often do it after looking at whatis working for other families. And the Coleman Skydomes are what most of our families end up with.
@@rdaleytex We do use some Alps and they do offer some good deals for Scouts, we found Alps good for weekend backpacking but a trip to Philmont would wear it out. I now kind of believe in a high/low mix. Low-cost stuff for most camping and higher quality gear for the smaller number of older guys (and now girls) who are getting serious about adventure camping. Just my opinion and unfortunately my back can't take those long trips anymore.
I had my Coleman 4 person tent for 25 years and even used it in winter camping in January & February. No problems in heavy rain or snow. Great review Susie !
Thanks Susan for this review.
With cheap tents, we always use it under a large tarp. Leaking is not an issue. However, one trip it rain so hard and had no issues we were dry. We got up to find the back half of our tent sitting in 2 inches of water. Yet the inside was dry. Nothing came through the floor. We were very impressed. For the money, it's a great tent.
Thanks for the review.
I bought a Coleman Skylodge 8p a few years ago for car camping with the kids. It leaked around the stitched in mesh pockets. A little silicone sealant and it's been good since.
Overall, the tent is big and heavy but it's cheap for what it is and will last long enough until the kids get old enough pack their own gear into the backcountry.
Never had an issue with Coleman in over 30 years with many different tents and products. Like others said especially back in the day Coleman was the way to go for tents, sleeping bags, stoves, lanterns, etc. and for those things, it's nice you can buy repair parts and globes.
All in all the beefy floor and 'cheaper' materials that makes the tent weigh allot are what, to me, makes it last a long time. We have been using One Tigress last few years and I have had two with major rips, one on the floor, one with a fly. Both tents Luke reviewed and gave a thumbs up.
So IMHO it almost makes more sense to go Coleman for car camping then lighter weight products. Especially if storage space isn't an issue, like in SUV's, vans, trucks, etc.
Excellent review Susan, you and Luke always do a great, professional and thorough job, to the point, which I really appreciate in gear reviews.
If I had to pick a dream review in the future it would be for reasonably priced women's back packs in neutral or natural to the forrest colors like mens. Of course light weight with the key feature being comfortable shoulder straps. Soft, properly shaped straps for a woman. Not some thick strap with hard edges that dig into sensitive places.
I have searched even mid way priced companies for specific for woman packs and bought 4 so far in the day pack size range up to 30L and they are all horrible. Osprey is one brand. Mountain Smith another. Not cheap.
The best I have found are used packs, one a very old model from LL Bean but it's huge like 60L and one very beat up ultra light pack I tried to repair by Zpack with just horrible almost throw away materials, (especially the mesh omg), after so many uses but the straps, the size, shape of pack are the bomb.
My best friends buy Coleman tents fairly regularly. We have been camping together for years and they generally get 2-3 years out of a tent. The fiberglass poles are the first thing to go… great review! Keep up the awesome work!!❤
I bought a Coleman 6 person (I think) with darkroom technology and the screened vestibule on front. We set it up
At home first then my son and I spent two nights in it hunting. I had picked it up on clearance at Walmart for $52. The front screened area was great and had a mesh drain area near the bathtub floor we did not stake the tent down and the Low temperatures were in the 30s. The tent performed great. We had an exped duo sleeping mat and another brand I can’t remember the name of. We had late totes in the middle with a Mr buddy heater and solar generator. My only complaint was all the mesh and that you had to release the rain fly and let it lay against the tent to block a cold draft coming in. We have used many Coleman tents and they have always served us well. I used an old one years ago that is similar in size and design to this tent. It was a scout water weekend at a lake. Well there was certainly water. It poured our tent was the only dry one inside
I purchased the darkroom with vestibule. It leaked a little. But the main problem was it really wasn't all that dark. I contacted coleman and the told me it blocked 90% of light which is a flat out lie. They did replace the tent due to the leaking. I have had a few of their tents with no problems. I just want people to know it's not as dark as they say it is.
Hi Sue, nice seeing you again. I must say you do such a wonderful job explaining every detail of this tent Coleman should be paying.
Great review Suzie. It is unfortunate that Coleman is not more transparent. Keep the reviews coming. Keep well and raise hell. Dave & The Girls.
Glad to see Coleman products covered. I purchased a Coleman tent last year. The zipper likes to hangup midway across the door. I do mostly yard camping. I plan to do some bike camping with a kids trailer in back. I have some Coleman products and they always worked good.
Thank you for the review! I have been looking at getting a large tent (10 person or so) and this really helps! Thank you guys for being there for all of us.
Good afternoon Susan and thank you for sharing your adventures
Coleman has been a 50/50 for me with tents. Lanterns,stoves, etc. No problems yet
Thanks Susie, I have owned a few Coleman tents and they are fine. I semi retired my last 8 person Skydome tent recently when we bought a squaredrop camper. Getting up in the morning off the air matress was getting a little harder as I get older. and we couldnt leave the dog in the tent when we wanted to explore further than she could walk.
Hey! Nice review and nice addition to the channel! Very thorough and conclusive.
I loved the Coleman products I've owned, including the four person tent in green and white. Mine was set up for almost three years next to tarp setup in my forested backyard. I used it to store gear in it. It held up well through rain, light snow, and wind. It never leaked. However, the summer sun (Virginia) eventually weakened the exposed sidewall. I love the color and pattern of your Coleman tent. Great review, Susie!
One of the worst tents I have ever owned was a Coleman. I had it as a teen and am now almost 50. Because of how wet that tent left me, while camping for a week in Yosemite, I have ever since prioritized quality camping gear.
Coleman is what most people buy. It’s good to have great reviews like this
i just picked up the 6 person darkroom tent. looking forward to camping this spring . i will be seam sealing and spray sealing the tent before heading out
I have enjoyed my Coleman tent and other Coleman products. 😊
Great job! I love my Coleman but it's the first one I've owned in over 20yrs. I've been using it for motorcycle camping with no issues, no leaks, no damage etc for about 5 years.
Weve had skydome 8 and Evanston 8 Both have performed very well for the price, been through very bad thunderstorms twice in each tent and they never buckled or leaked a drop, we had so much water under the evanston at one point it was a river under us, but it held strong and it kept us dry, external zipper is probably the weak point of the entire tent, which wear out after years of use. Keep up the good work and keep your reviews coming.
Great job! Love to see you taking a more front seat role! Keep em coming!
Thank you for the review ! Great job. Love the Coleman lanterns and stoves !!!
Great review Suzie! No hyperboil, just good information!
Good review, thorough and to the point, well done, Miss Suzy! I have the 4-p Sundome version, my first Coleman as I recall. Hilleberg coming before next winter for my travels out west.
I like the looks of this tent very much thanks Susie😁
Great review-love the honesty!
I think that was a fair review , probably not one the company would embed into the product page , but ironically one that does basically recommend this product for certain situations. Again , very fair.
I love the colors of your tent.
Great review Susie❤ Thank you!
Well done, Susan, fine review, from East Tennessee.
A well thought out review, and very honest. Thank you
Great review for a budget friendly tent and for 100 bucks its really a no brainer!
Nicely done, Susie! I am sure your teacher will be proud of you!
Thank you Susan. Great unbiased review that will help many people. I have had Coleman and many other brands over the past, well, long time. I appreciate you taking the time to do a thorough resting. Stay safe and God bless.
ive had Coleman products since i was a kid in the 60's.
i still have the two burner stove, the single burner / heater , two mantel lantern , equipment we used when we were racing Hydroplanes.
still work perfectly.
i have aquired an old school generator built for or by Coleman in there green color. works perfectly.has a Briggs and scrap iron 5 horse L head engine.
i try to buy Coleman products still. including old lanterns.
have a 5 person tent we bought in the 90's to use at the races ( boat) with rain cover similer to yours. i dont see the name of this Colman tent but its grey and royal blue and white with orangeish pipeing and Colman insignia on lower right hand side of door. the door is "D" shape with back side of the D being to your left.
great tent ! but like most ( even our 60's canvas tent )
sweated and had droplets inside of tent. i forgot i have the catilitic heater that you turn upside down to wet the fabrick and then light it outside till the flame goes away.
roast a duck inside a tent with that thing !
Nice review. No music or time wasting fluff. Right to the pros and cons.
I'm a big Coleman fan with reservations. Thanks for the heads up and the great review
I never have bought a Coleman tent but I think that I will be looking for one thank you for sharing
I’m a definite Coleman fan! I have all their instant up tents and LOVE them!
I’ve had a Coleman 3-person tent for about 20 years now & I use it a couple times a year, usually in decent weather in the summer/fall. I just seam-sealed the rain fly this winter. It’s been a decent tent!
Great job Suzie. I like Coleman but every tent I have ever bought with the exception of my Hilleberg I have always cp Dried them and then I know I won't have a water leak issue
Yay Suzie! Love the review VERY informative!
Susie, I like the way that you do a review. I am looking forward to more reviews from you.
Great review Susie! I have a Coleman Sundome 4-person tent, for summer, when I'm out for a quick getaway. I've had no real issues with it. I've waterproofed it, and seam-sealed it. Works out great. Thanks for another great review. By the way, my daughter said she wants your Vera Bradley edition. 😂
Extremely well done review, very informative and to the point no sugar coating. Anyone that has done any kind of camping knows Coleman they were one of first with propane stoves which I believe were USA made I had some Coleman products that lasted well over 20 yrs problem free. Love your choice of tent color 👍👍
No problem w/ Coleman over the yrs. I do like your VB. Great review!!
HI SUZIE!!! So great to see you.
Great review! Definitely a "Susan-Color Option." I think the paisley might give Luke a headache! My role of thumb with Coleman tents was to take the listed occupancy rate/2 to equal the space for people and gear.
I've always liked Colman products served me we over the years on most of their products
Great job Suzie! I have a Coleman Sky Dome 6 person tent. So far no leaks. The zipper does stick sometimes. Must be a common issue.
Nice work Susie! Great review....now u gotta tell some stories soon too!
Hi Susie, that was a great presentation that I'm sure will help out so many folks. My dad always had Coleman camping gear when we'd go camping and I know my boyfriend thinks highly of the company having a lot of their gear as well. They've been around for a long time and have a good reputation. I like the looks of the tent you've got here and it sounds they offer quite a variety. I enjoyed your review and it's good to see you. Best regards for the new year!
Jan
Nice job. Great thorough review
Hi Susie!: You did a very fair review of the Coleman tent! I have a sundome but not the skydome. Really like the looks of the skydome! Thanks for the review!
Have and do own many Coleman tents. At their price they are fantastic. All of mine have been 100% reliable, easy to set up, sturdy and DRY!!!
Are they the ultimate tents? No. But they do what they do and they do it well. A great choice for car campers.
Great review, Been watching Luke do them for years, I think I prefer it when you do them 😅
Yes. Coleman is my go to company. If you get a lemon they will keep working with you until they make you happy. However; it may take several back and forth contacts before you get happy!
Nice to see your doing ok hope to see more information from you on products you try and thank you
First tent was a Coleman, the smell is distinct and can adapt to it easily, I love the colors of your tent, your review was excellent! I am partial to Coleman primarily because of their customer service, love your adventures and reviews! 😎
Cool tent Vera Bradley fan. Thanks
Love Coleman. Love this review. Love the team TOGR. Job done.
Love my Colman everything they make I had good luck with them.
I am fine with random quality control, when the company respect the warranty.
Coleman is a decent company, very popular in Japan.
It might be time for Luke to take a break because Suzy killed it with this review. This is a tent that a lot of people would be interested in and she gave a very good review! Adios Luke! lol. Y’all are the greatest
Great review. I think you summed up Coleman products perfectly. I think the price and their service makes up for the occasional issue.
Three year Sky Dome 4 person with vestibule user here. So far so good.
I have the 4 person darkroom version and I love that tent. Its almost magical.
Great review Suzie. We have had a Coleman tent and other Coleman products for going on 35+ years and although we don't always get it out but maybe once a year that's still 35+ times it has never let us down. Oh, and the Coleman tarp smell never goes away! 😆
with what's coming down the pike, be glad you still have these tools.
get lots of mantels and genuine Coleman fuel !
be fun to go csmping again but here in Fl. the woods are so grown up. used to hardwoods and giant pines elswheres
Thank you Susie.
Excellent review! I agree with you. Coleman may be a crap shoot, but if they stand behind the product, at their low price point its a win-win. I too like Coleman products. I was raised with them. Many great memories using their products.
Coleman fan here!😁
Thanks, Susie!
I love Coleman, personally. Had my 3 person sundome for 8 years, still works great. Just bought the 8 person Montana, for my growing family and looking forward to many years with that one as well.
I've had it both wayS. So I will use them with the correct vetting before trips.
Had a coleman growing up for the "backyard" adventure camping!
Thanks Susie, nice review. Plain and simple, Coleman's "old School" stuff ruled the days, now a days I'm not privy as I haven't used anything new from them. The older stuff was a true bargain, tough and inexpensive, their lanterns and stoves worked great and still to this day I have many in my stable that are used regularly. Times change and so do people and gear, I'm sure some products have been farmed out but for the most part I still appreciate the Coleman brand.
I love my Coleman dome tent, I like the design on yours though. Mine has never leaked & i agree for the sleeping. i have had mine for 5 years no issues. I had paid 120.00 back when I bought it here in Ontario, Canada. Thanks Susie .
Fair play suzy ,hey my missus would love that pattern cheers for the review
Love the No Sunglasses look. You can see the honesty in your eyes. LOL
Yup, you are about spot on with my thoughts on Coleman tents and I have no problem in using one if needed. And a big yes to the classic Coleman smell.... not bad but I have smelled it for many years over many of their products.
Well done Susan, I like your style. 👍👍
I have owned Coleman...products all my life ...16 to 53....never had a problem....I stand by them....
Excellent honest review, thanks so much! I wonder if there is a Polo Ralph Lauren tent out there just waiting for someone to test?
I learned a lot from this video about Coleman tents. Thank you!
Very informative. Would consider their brand if I car camped
I have an old Coleman Sundome from 1998. I took it out last year and it's still holding up fairly strong.
Great review! Thanks.
Omg! This was amazing! It's like I'm watching Luke, but it's Susie! You did a great job.
Thank you Susie❤
Great review!! That print was ok, I know my wife would like it. I like and have a lot of Coleman stuff, but like you said, their tents are a gamble. I took a chance on a $80 tent from Dunham's sports. it's a Eagle's Camp Creekside 4- Person Dome Tent 11x9 with a 4-foot porch and it's about 5 1/2 foot tall. Mine has the high walls like yours does and the fly comes down lower. It says it's a 3-season tent, but for me it's a great winter tent. It was seam sealed, but I sprayed it with water proofing just to make sure. I have used it now for 4 years with no problems.
Great review. I guess I'm a fan, because I have several Coleman tents and never had an issue with any leaks right out of the box, even on the 3 room one. I've also had (and have) a couple lanterns and propane stoves. I've graduated to canvas tents, but occasionally the Coleman's still gets some use.