Eagledad 2777 Posted August 30, 2012 Share Posted August 30, 2012 If someone wanted to donate a tent to your scouts, is there an address you could post that wouldn't require exposing their identity? Barry Link to post Share on other sites
blw2 433 Posted August 30, 2012 Share Posted August 30, 2012 BD says, "I would never buy walmart tents....or off brand names... " My experience may very well be an exception, but I have to share. I have a small Kelty tent ($$$$) from my bachelor days, and my wife has a cheap, off brand tent she bought at Big Lots when she was single ($).... I have to hang my head and admit, that her tent is better, in almost every way. Easier to set up, a little roomier even though both are three man tents..... weight is approx equal, It doesn't leak a drop, and we used it for years after we were married and has held up well. We don't use it much any more since we have outgrown it, but it's still in great shape. I think the only place my high dollar Kelty excels, would be in a gale on the side of an exposed mountain. Again, this might be an exception, but brand isn't everything.... Link to post Share on other sites
rismith 10 Posted August 30, 2012 Share Posted August 30, 2012 A lot of it comes down to what kind of weight you are willing to deal with. Looking at the Teragon 7 I was about to cry thinking about being 12 years old and adding an extra 5 pounds on my pack, but that's mostly due to the hiking focus of the troop I grew up in. If you are doing less distance and closer location, that sounds fine. With lighter weight comes more fragility and need for care, and yes, higher cost, so that is something to take into consideration. As a starter tent though, the Teragon sounds like a fair trade off. If you can really fit 3 in there, the weight can be brought down to 3 pounds or so a boy, which is managable. If it's closer to 2, it's a pain but can still be done. Link to post Share on other sites
Basementdweller 608 Posted August 30, 2012 Author Share Posted August 30, 2012 Dad....wasn't beggin for money or gear.....I do appreciate the offer. Just curious why would you want to hide your identity????? Someone might add you to their christmas card list. I know what I want to do and was searching for that something new or a new idea. I was leaning toward the Tetragon 7 but the fiberglass poles are a deal breaker for me.... I will hold out for something on steepandcheap probably....Getting thru the weekend by Put the older guys under tarps and the new guys in the tents..... Link to post Share on other sites
Basementdweller 608 Posted August 30, 2012 Author Share Posted August 30, 2012 I got some emails as to why the boys are not making the decisions... I am buying the tents. My money my decision. Just that simple My intention is for our crew and the troop to use them..... The Troop CC has forbid the crew from using troop gear. Hopefully the CC will get off his butt and raise some money... (This message has been edited by Basementdweller) Link to post Share on other sites
Eagle732 27 Posted August 30, 2012 Share Posted August 30, 2012 When I was looking for canoe paddles I called Carlisle, maker of paddles, owned by Johnson Outdoors. They set me up with a factory rep who enrolled me in a program for groups and businesses that buy gear. I bought a dozen paddles for almost 50% off retail and picked them up at a local Carlisle retailer. Johnson Outdoors owns Eureka Tents, maybe a call could get you a decent discount. Ask to talk to a factory rep. Link to post Share on other sites
rismith 10 Posted August 30, 2012 Share Posted August 30, 2012 Sound advice, Eagle. Another option is to call around to local businesses and see if they can cut you some deals. Might not be the best deal you get, but it never hurts to shop around and support the local businesses if it makes sense. Link to post Share on other sites
Tampa Turtle 1011 Posted August 31, 2012 Share Posted August 31, 2012 Well if you are making the purchase than it is a life cycle/cost issue. I agree about the venture Patrol. Link to post Share on other sites
GKlose 24 Posted August 31, 2012 Share Posted August 31, 2012 Barry, sorry, I missed your earlier response. I was distracted by another thread :-). Yes, we've contacted Eureka, and we're working on getting replacement poles. I did that for one of my 5x7 tents too, a couple of years ago, and when another tent pole shredded, I bought a pole repair kit. But a free replacement from Eureka is a much better deal. :-) Guy Link to post Share on other sites
goheelz 10 Posted September 1, 2012 Share Posted September 1, 2012 Get them making their own gathered end hammocks! About half of our scouts have their own. On our Appalachian Trail weekend, every scout slept in a hammock. Check out hammockforum.net to find plans. It can be thrift if you shop around for the ripstop. Link to post Share on other sites
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