Camping Gear Reviews & Guides

How to Remove Burrs from Clothes

Published

5 years ago

December 10, 2019

Hikers and backpackers who tend to take their trekking off the beaten path and into brambles and weeds have doubtless had the perturbance upon exiting the bristles and tall weeds of looking down to see that their hiking clothes are completely covered with small, round spores that are covered with sharp hook-shaped bristles. These spores are called burrs (or burs) and they can be a spectacular annoyance if your clothing is thin enough for their sharp bristles to pierce through and get at your skin.

Most burrs will irritate the skin even without prolonged exposure, at least enough to cause a sort of rash to form. Even more annoying is that they are so small that it can be quite time-consuming to get all the burrs out of your clothes. There’s no way around it and they certainly can’t be left in unless you were lucky enough to wear thick hiking pants or hunting pants.

In fact, leaving the burrs stuck to your clothes is more or less exactly their purpose. Burrs are seeds from a variety of plants. Unless you want to become an expert you don’t need to be able to tell the difference between burrs when you see them stuck to your clothes, but it could help to know what the plants look like that sport burrs so you can avoid them before they attach to you next time.

Basically these burrs are meant to use you as a kind of transport for as long as possible before they break away, ideally in a fertile place where they can grow into a new plant. While sweet-tasting fruits use a similar method, they are transported internally and dropped off in a more purposeful way by animals that eat them. Burrs travel on the exterior, which is why they attach so readily to your clothes.

The hooks and teeth of burr seeds attach to clothing as a mode of dispersal.

Luckily for all you outdoor enthusiasts, there are a few ways to easily get burrs off your clothes.

A ready-made solution called BurzOff is widely available for purchase.
DIY solutions to burr removal abound as well for those who have plenty of outdoor gear like tackle boxes whose dividers can be repurposed into burr removal devices without being made obsolete for their original purpose.
A simple metal comb can go a long way in removing burrs from your clothes.
Some hikers swear by the lint roller as the best implement for removing burrs from your clothes.
There is a DIY version that everyone has probably heard of already: duct tape.

The burr seeds of plants like burr-ragweed can be excessively bothersome. Their hooks were the inspiration behind the attaching technology we call velcro today. They have many different names but when most people think of burrs they’re singularly focused on burr removal. Read on to find out everything you need to know about removing burrs from your clothes.

What is the point of burrs?

We briefly mentioned this before, but burrs are a method of reproduction for a wide variety of plants such as cocklebur and burr-ragweed. The burr is meant to stick to animal fur or, in the case of humans, to our denim and fleece jackets. The hooks have to be very strong and sharp so that they can get really entangled in the fur or fleece until contact with another surface or the animal’s shedding of its fur leaves the burr in a new place where it can become a new plant.

Because of these features, burrs can cause serious injury to small animals, irritation to human skin, and excessive damage to clothing. It’s important to make sure you aren’t just ripping the burrs away from your clothing since that might leave your clothes pockmarked.

Sensitive material has to be taken care of in a more delicate manner than denim or fleece. Since plants that have burr seeds are not usually discernible from other plants in the dark, bowhunting and deer hunting enthusiasts who strike out into the backcountry in the early pre-dawn hours often experience more contact with burrs than most campers or hikers. The camo pants often worn by such bowhunting and deer hunting enthusiasts are occasionally denim-like in their construction and may resist burrs better than other hiking pants.

Burr removal for pets

Before we get to the process of burr removal for humans, a quick word about burr removal for animals, since dogs and even cats often accompany hikers on the hiking trail. As we’ve mentioned before, burrs developed to snag onto animal fur in the eons before humans figured out how to make our own clothing from textiles. There isn’t as much risk presented for our furry friends from burrs as there would be from a tick, but they can still cause an animal dismay and possibly cause a rash. The process for burr removal from an animal is pretty much the same as it will be for removing the burrs from your clothes, just with a few steps taken out.

The first thing you’ll want to do it soften the burrs so their velcro-like bristles will break more easily. The best way to do this is to give your pet a bath, which they probably need anyway if you’ve just returned from a long hike out in the backcountry. When you’re bathing the pet, we suggest using a scrubbing brush or else some kind of washing gloves just to make sure that you aren’t going to scrape your hands against the sharp bristles of the burrs in your dog’s fur. The hot water and soap will both work together to break the bristles of the burrs. You’ll hopefully see a few of the burrs coming out of the fur while you’re bathing the animal, but don’t worry if you don’t.

For the next step, find either a fine-tooth comb or a brush. If you have a brush you use when your pet is shedding, then that will work fine. You want to brush through the fur to get the burrs out. The brush should be the only thing making contact with the burrs themselves. Try to only comb over a small area of fur at one time. Use your hand to make a border and comb until all the burrs in that small area are gone. Keep going and soon enough you should have all the burrs removed and your pet’s excess fur will be gone too.

Pets can pick up burrs when they venture into the backcountry as well.

Burr removal for hikers

The process for burr removal from clothing is a little more involved than the one for animal fur. Don’t panic too much, though, because it’s still really simple. The first step has the same goal. Just like getting burrs out of animal fur, if you want to get them out of clothing you’ll want to soften the sharp bristles first. Thankfully, this doesn’t get any more complicated than simply throwing your clothes into the washing machine exactly as you normally would.

This does a great job of softening the bristles and will likely even rid your clothing of a small number of the burrs with its tumble cycle. If they are non-delicate items, feel free to either tumble dry your clothes in a drying machine or hang them to dry on a clothesline.

So far so good? The next steps are the most time-consuming part of the process. Once your clothing has dried completely, lay the article of clothing in question flat out on a wide enough surface. Any kitchen table or large kitchen counter will do just fine, as long as enough room is available for about half of the article to lay flat at one time with ease. Once your clothing is laid flat out, find a metal comb like you’d use to comb your hair.

A plastic one will probably not be durable enough to be suitable for our purposes, so try to find a metal comb if at all possible. Once you have the comb, you can begin going over the pants one leg at a time.

Use your non-dominant hand to hold the clothing in place and keep it flat. In your dominant hand, take the comb and comb down in a straight line. You should feel some of the burrs catching and then releasing when their sharp bristles break and they are free from the clothing. There will be a noise from the snapping of the bristles. Make sure you get all of the burrs before you move on to the next stage.

Finally, we’ve reached the part of the basic process where the lint roller comes into play. Peel away the old sheet that’s been exposed on the outside of the lint roller. You’ll want a fresh adhesive exposed for this part. Remember how we said the sharp bristles can cause rashes and irritation when they come into contact with human skin? Well, the fine-tooth comb got rid of the central part of the burrs, but those sharp bristles have broken off and the ones that were sunk deep into your clothes are likely to still be in there somewhere.

Use the lint roller to go over the entire surface of your article of clothing. When you finish, turn the clothing inside out and run over the inside with the lint roller as well, as some bristles can get stuck so deep in the fabric that they are closer to coming out of the inside than the outside.

Burr removal in sensitive fabrics

For articles of clothing that are made out of more sensitive materials such as cashmere, you may be able to throw them in the washing machine if that’s what you normally do. It will still soften the burr so its bristles will break. If so, that’s great. It will make the rest of the process that much easier. If not, then the process is the same but you’ve lost the benefit of softened burrs. Either way, the next step is still to lay the article of clothing on a flat surface that’s large enough to accommodate at least half of the piece of clothing.

Next, rather than using a fine-tooth comb, you’re going to have to just attack those burrs with a pair of tweezers. It’s not the fastest task in the world, but hopefully, it will help you remember to invest in some camo or denim pants so you don’t have to wear something as fancy as cashmere out in the backcountry where there are burrs ever again.

Throwing your burr-infested clothes in the washing machine can soften the burrs and loosen their hooks.

Burr removal with BurzOff

BurzOff is pretty much the only ready-made item specifically designed for burr removal. It’s made with 90% post-consumer recycled products and has a coarse surface designed to scrape away burrs without letting them stick to the BurzOff itself. It can handle any temperature and there are no moving or electrical parts that would be adversely affected by rain or snow. BurzOff is odor-free and it’s safe to use with the hardscrabble material in your camo hunting clothes or your fleece jacket without causing any damage to either.

There isn’t really a process for using BurzOff – basically, all you need to do is the same thing you would do with a fine-tooth comb in the method we mentioned previously. Use BurzOff like a brush and all kinds of burrs, such as stickers, stick-tights, cockleburs, beggar’s lice, burdock, stickseed, and burr-ragweed. The sharp bristles should be almost entirely pulled out of the cloth without even having to remove the article of clothing. BurzOff is great for people who don’t have the time to use the previous method or just want to have something to quickly remove almost all burrs from their clothing while they’re still on the trail.

DIY burr removal

On the opposite side from BurzOff is a method even more DIY than the previous metal-comb-based method we’ve already gone over. The general process is the same and starts with a washing machine and drying time. After that, there are several household items you can use to scrape the burrs until their softened bristles break and they sweep off your clothing. Anything with a straight edge will work, but the most important factor is probably how it fits in your hand.

The lid to any aerosol can or tall can will probably be effective because of its round and easy to grip. You can take it in your hand so the bottom is facing down. That is the end with the opening, not the flat top. Use the top held in this manner to scrape away the burrs. Other DIY household items that can be used for burr removal include a divider from your tackle box, the dull end of a knife, or a cup. A bottle cap could be used in a pinch if the burrs are small enough.

Similarly, the lint roller can be replaced with duct tape. Take a piece of duct tape and roll it into a ring with the sticky side out. Use this ring to dab across the surface of the piece of clothing the same way you would if you were taking a wine stain out of a piece of cashmere. The sticky side of the duct tape should be effective at removing the remaining bristles from inside your clothing. If you suspect there may be some bristles still remaining or you just want to be on the safe side, turn your piece of clothing inside out and use the sticky side of the duct tape to dab again on the reverse side of the clothing.

Burrs on sensitive material like cashmere will have to be removed one-by-one with tweezers.

Final Verdict:

Burrs can be a real annoyance when you’re trying to enjoy the backcountry. There’s a lot of varieties of burrs that come from different plants but unless you’re interested in botany there’s not a lot of use-value in learning specific types of burrs. If you’re out on the trail or enjoying bowhunting and you get covered in burrs, it’s likely to be most convenient to carry a ready-made product like BurzOff to quickly get rid of the vast majority of the burrs. If you don’t notice until you get home or your clothing is thick enough to ignore the burrs until you get home, the process for burr removal is really simple whether or not you go the DIY route or use a metal comb.

Hikers and backpackers know that there are a lot more aggravating things that can happen out in the backcountry than getting some tag-along burrs on your clothing. But that doesn’t make it very pleasant to accidentally snaga finger or get a quick, sharp jab from a burr that’s tagged on to your fleece sweater or hiking boots. Now you can avoid these jagged little seeds since you know how to remove burrs from clothes.

Bonus tip: Watch this demonstration for how to remove burrs from your camo clothes in bowhunting season!

Camping Gear Reviews & Guides

Spring Camping Must Haves: BougeRV’s CR Pro 30 and Portable Fridge Innovation

Published

3 months ago

May 9, 2024

Jonas Muthoni

As the seasons change from cold to the warmth of spring, the great outdoors beckon us to adventure once again. The BougeRV CR Pro 30 is here for those eager to embrace the beauty and serenity of nature through camping. This portable refrigerator, with its cutting-edge features, ensures that your camping experience is not only enjoyable but also convenient and efficient.

The CR Pro 30 brings a generous storage box designed to perfectly accommodate a portable power station and accessories, ensuring your gadgets stay charged and ready for use. This thoughtful design eliminates the worry of misplaced cords and extends the usage time of the refrigerator, making it an indispensable tool for your camping adventures.

With four safety tie-down points, the refrigerator can be securely fastened to your car, ensuring stability and safety even on the bumpiest roads–providing you and your family with peace of mind, allowing you to focus on the journey and the beauty around you.

Energy efficiency is at the heart of the CR Pro 30, featuring Max and Eco usage modes that adapt to your needs while conserving power. The upgraded compressor technology allows for significant energy savings, making it an eco-friendly choice for the environmentally conscious camper. An added interior LED light enhances convenience, allowing for easy access to your refreshments even in the dead of night.

One of the standout features of the CR Pro 30 is its low noise level while operating. Designed to ensure quiet sleep after a long day of driving or exploring, this refrigerator operates at a mere 45dB. Combined with its shock-proof design, the CR Pro 30 can handle the challenges of off-road adventures without compromising on performance or comfort. The majestic nights will stay that way–majestic and serene, just as nature intended.

BougeRV stands behind the quality and reliability of the CR Pro 30 with a robust 2-year warranty, offering hassle-free after-sales service. Their commitment to customer satisfaction ensures that any questions or concerns about the product are promptly addressed, providing a worry-free camping experience.

The package includes a removable partition (exclusive to the 30QT model), a DC power cord, a 50cm DC charging cord for the portable battery, an AC power cord, and a user manual. Everything you need to embark on your next outdoor adventure is thoughtfully provided, making the BougeRV CR Pro 30 a must-have for anyone looking to explore the wonders of camping with convenience, safety, and efficiency.

So, as you prepare for your spring camping trips, make the BougeRV CR Pro 30 your reliable partner on the adventure. And what’s best, it currently is available for only $319.99 now both on BougeRV’s website and Amazon.

Camping Gear Reviews & Guides

4 Different Types of Camping

Published

12 months ago

August 1, 2023

Caleb Cole

There’s no better way to unwind and recharge than by spending some time in the great outdoors. From shimmering lakes and majestic mountains to energizing waterfalls and lush forests, nature is replete with spectacular scenery and a range of activities to suit every outdoor enthusiast.

Fall asleep under a blanket of stars, and gather around a glowing fireplace at night. Switch your alarm off and wake up with the sunrise and the melodious sound of birds chirping above you. Camping is one of the best ways to connect with nature and to also benefit your mental health and wellbeing. If you’re feeling the call of the wilderness, take inspiration from the four different types of camping listed below.

Tent Camping

A favorite for many families, this is the image that is typically associated with camping. Relatively simple to set up, all that’s needed is a sturdy tent, a snug sleeping bag, and somewhere to call home for the night. The options are limitless and include designated campsites, remote stretches of beach, or secluded spots in forests. Gather your firewood and cook your own meals and enjoy some of the bare necessities of life.

Car Camping

The perfect style of camping for newbies, car camping offers somewhere relatively warm and sheltered to spend the night and enjoy the wonders of Mother Nature from the comfort of your own car.

With the added mobility offered, this is the ideal way to camp when going on a long road trip, allowing you to pitch up at a national park or designated campsite while also taking advantage of the amenities offered, such as toilets and showers. Before setting off on your camping adventure, it’s important to check your car insurance coverage is up-to-date and provides adequate protection for your journey.

RV/Van Camping

The inspiration for van life, RV/Van camping is a great way to enjoy the wonders of the natural world while enjoying the freedom and flexibility of the open road. With modern conveniences ranging from basic kitchenettes and refrigerators at one end to standing showers and heated floors at the other, this style of camping can offer a more luxurious experience compared to simpler ways of being in nature.

With shelter from adverse weather conditions and enough space to stock up on some home comforts, RV/Van camping is the ideal way to sample the camping experience for the first time as well as enjoy an extended trip in the great outdoors.

Survival Camping

On the more extreme end of the spectrum, lies survival camping. Unlike RV/Van camping, this is a return to basics, without a creature comfort in sight. For those wanting to hone their survival skills, this style of camping will see you dropped off at some remote location, tasked with the job of finding your way to a designated spot, or simply surviving until you are picked up.

Armed with only your wits and a few essentials such as a flashlight and first aid kit, you will have to fish, forage and fend for yourself in the wilderness and rely on yourself to survive. While not for the faint-hearted, survival camping can certainly be a thrill for experienced campers and outdoor experts.

Use these ideas to choose a camping experience that’s right for you.

Best in Class Reviews

The Best 10-Person Tents

Published

2 years ago

January 2, 2023

Samantha Bos

January 2, 2023/Samantha Bos Table of Contents

Love camping with a large group of friends or family members? Then you’re going to need a spacious shelter!

To help you navigate the market, we’ve created the following comprehensive Best 10-Person Tent overview. In this review, we’ve highlighted the best-value options currently available on the market.

Explore the top-rated 10-person tents below – discover the perfect fit for your upcoming camping trips!

In a hurry? Here’s the test winner after 10 hours of research:

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10 Best 10-Person Tents – Overview

Here’s an overview of the best 10-person tents (keep scrolling for detailed breakdowns with pros and cons for each of your options):

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1. Outdoor Products 10-Person Instant Cabin Tent

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This tent is equipped with handy storage pockets that allow you to keep your personal belongings neatly organized.

Extended Eave Technology

The 10-Person Instant Cabin Tent by Outdoor Products is well-ventilated thanks to dual ground vents and mesh windows that work together to create ample cross ventilation throughout the tent.

This tent comes with a water-resistant, particle-cover rainfly, plus a tub floor to keep moisture out. This large cabin tent also features ‘Extended Eave Technology’. This means the automatically extended eaves keep the tent fly away from the tent’s body. Not only does this boost breathability, but it also allows you to keep the windows open in light rain.

PROS

Instant setup in just 2 minutes
Removable room divider included
Dual ground vents
Mesh windows for proper airflow
Water-resistant rainfly included
Extended Eave Technology
Carry bag included
Great value-for-money
Integrated storage pockets
Can fit 2 queen-size air beds

CONS

Heavy-weight
Not the most portable
Not the highest quality standard

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2. UNP 10-Person Camping Tent

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The UNP 10-person camping tent measures 18ft x 9ft x78in. In total, it provides a whopping 162 square feet of space and can fit up to 10 sleeping bags (or 3 queen air mattresses if comfort is your main priority). Furthermore, this is a four-season tent making it a suitable option for camping regardless of the conditions.

This extra-large tent is made from 100% polyester and weighs 23 pounds when fully packed into its carrying bag. It makes use of fiberglass poles and hooks for maximum sturdiness and only takes roughly five minutes to set up.

The spacious interior of this tent features a mesh mosquito repellent roof that allows for stargazing while keeping mosquitoes and other annoying insects out.

A spacious Gear Loft comes built-in that is suitable for storing and air-drying clothes. This tent also features mesh pockets that are great for keeping personal belongings and other necessities organized.

Including an electrical access port, this tent allows you to extend a cord from your devices to an outside power source. To ensure you stay in one place, this tent is secured via Patented Foot Sleeves that hold the included FRP poles securely in place even during the toughest weather conditions. Plus, these handy foot sleeves make setup a breeze.

The UNP 10-person camping tent combines comfort and privacy thanks to an easily accessible doorway complete with two-way zippers.

PROS

Big enough for 3 Queen air mattresses
Mesh storage pockets
Patented Foot sleeves to keep poles from slipping
Perfect for all four seasons
Electrical access ports

CONS

Can only be separated into 2 rooms

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3. CORE 10 Person Straight Wall Cabin Tent

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The CORE 10 Person Straight Wall Cabin Tent measures 14ft x 10ft, with a center height of 86″. It includes an expandable, zippered carry bag and packs down to 28.5″ x 10″ X 10″. Weighing in at 35.5 lbs, this tent is quite hefty compared to similar options on my list.

This quality camping tent can comfortably accommodate up to 10 adult-sized sleeping bags or 2 queen-sized air mattresses. Note: due to its straight wall design, this is one queen-sized airbed less than the previous Ozark Trail XL Family Tent.

This family tent features one large D-style door for easy access. Personally, I kind of wished each compartment had a separate entry-point for additional privacy.

Advanced Venting System

The CORE 10 Person Straight Wall Cabin Tent’s advanced ventilation system makes use of adjustable vents to draw in cool air from the ground. Simultaneously, warm air is recycled outward via its large mesh ceiling.

The CORE 10 Person Straight Wall Cabin Tent also includes a gear loft with a lantern hook, ample storage pockets, and an electrical cord access port.

As far as design is concerned, this tent is made from premium materials, including durable 68D polyester tent fabric, a tough PE floor, and fiberglass tent poles. This tent also makes use of a removable water-resistant rainfly to ensure you stay dry. Furthermore, the seams of this tent are thermally heat-sealed to keep water and condensation out.

PROS

Vertical-walled silhouette
Ample 86″ center height
14 x 10 feet – very spacious
Advanced Venting System
Room divider
Two entry doors
A lantern hook, gear loft, and storage pockets
An electrical cord access point
Thermally heat-sealed seams

CONS

Setup can take a bit longer
Only 2-room tent, not 3-room
Quite heavy (35.5 lbs)

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4. Coleman WeatherMaster 10-Person Outdoor Tent

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This 3-season tent comes equipped with Coleman’s patented WeatherTec System which is a proprietary series of interworking features designed to keep bad weather where it belongs – outside.

If you’re looking for a spacious, budget-friendly family camping tent that’s able to easily withstand the elements, then the Coleman WeatherMaster 10-Person Outdoor Tent could be just what you’re looking for.

The Coleman WeatherMaster Outdoor Tent measures 17ft x 9ft with a center height of 76″. Although it’s less roomy, height-wise, compared to the CORE 10 Person Straight Wall Cabin Tent, it still offers ample headroom for most campers.

The Coleman WeatherMaster 10-Person Tent can comfortably accommodate up to 10 adult-sized sleeping bags or 3 queen size air beds. It features a hinged door at the front and a zippered door at the back for easy access.

When it’s time to head home, the Coleman WeatherMaster Outdoor Tent packs down into its included carry bag – listed as 30.3″ x 10.2″ x 10.2″. This tent weighs approximately 31 pounds when packed away.

Panoramic views

If you’re looking for a budget-friendly, family camping tent with plenty of weather-resistant features, then the Coleman WeatherMaster Outdoor Tent may be your best bet.

Setting up this tent is extremely simple thanks to a color-coded pole system and continuous pole sleeve design. Other perks include large, angled windows that allow for panoramic views of the surrounding wilderness, and multiple storage pockets to keep your belongings neatly organized.

Overall, the Coleman WeatherMaster Outdoor Tent offers plenty of value considering its affordable pricing. For this reason, it’s one of the best 10-person camping tents at the lower end of the price spectrum.

PROS

Quick setup with color-coded pole construction
Hinged door for easy access
Can fit 3 queen air beds
2 entry points
Room dividers for privacy
WeatherTec system
Waterproof floor and zipper cuffs
Fully-taped seams on durable taffeta rainfly
Large angled windows for panoramic views

CONS

Less generous in headroom
Setup can be a bit tricky
WeatherTec system can still fail in heavy downpours

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5. HIKERGARDEN 10-person camping tent

The HIKERGARDEN tent is waterproof, wind-proof, and provides all of the ventilation needed to comfortably house 10 people. Requiring only 10 minutes to set up, this tent measures 168 x 132 x 74 inches when fully erect.

This tent can comfortably accommodate up to 10 sleeping bags. It’s very spacious and offers plenty of privacy thanks to a dividing curtain.

The tent also features electrical access ports so you can run a cord from the inside of the tent to an exterior power source. Furthermore, there are mesh gear pockets so you can keep your small trinkets organized.

When properly set up, the HIKERGARDEN tent is comfortable, safe, and provides privacy and protection, even when camping in large groups.

PROS

Waterproof and wind-resistant
Mesh door and windows
Carrying bag for storage and transport
Presence of electrical access ports and mesh pockets

CONS

Might take a while to set up
Can only be divided into two
Rain fly only opens from outside

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6. Tahoe Gear Olympia 10-Person Family Camping Tent

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The Tahoe Gear Olympia 10-Person Family Camping Tent measures 18ft x 10.5ft in floor space (216″ x 126″) and has a center height of 84″ – this is ample headroom even for taller campers.

This large tent is surprisingly lightweight, especially compared to other 10-person camping tents. The total packing weight of the Tahoe Gear Olympia is approximately 23 lbs.

The roomy interior space of the Tahoe Gear Olympia can comfortably accommodate up to 10 adult sleeping bags or 2 queen air mattresses. A minor con is that this tent does not include a room divider, meaning privacy is a bit limited.

Great ventilation options

What the Tahoe Gear Olympia 10-Person Family Camping Tent lacks in privacy, it more than makes up for in quality and construction. This tent features a durable, waterproof polyester rainfly with taped seams and a polyethylene binding floor with water-resistant properties. In addition, the Tahoe Gear Olympia is also well-ventilated, thanks to a mesh roof and ground vents that ensure proper airflow.

This tall 10-person tent also includes an electrical cord access point, an awning over the front door, and a carry bag. It also comes with a 1-year product warranty, ensuring that if you encounter any manufacturing defects, you can get a refund or a replacement (subject to conditions).

Aside from the lack of a room divider, another minor con is that the Tahoe Gear Olympia 10-Person Family Camping Tent only has 1 door. This makes entering and exiting slightly less convenient, especially when nature calls in the middle of the night and you have to crawl over your camping buddies. That said, it’s not a major issue. Still, it’s something to keep in mind if you plan on packing the tent to full capacity with 10 campers…

PROS

Pin-and-ring-system setup
Mid-budget
Large floor space
Rainfly included
Mesh ceiling and ground vents for proper ventilation
Can fit 2 queen-sized air mattresses
Electrical cord access port
84″ center height ideal for taller campers
Lightweight
Included carry bag

CONS

Only 1 entry door
No room dividers
Fiberglass frame may damage in strong winds

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7. Ozark Trail 10-Person Dark Rest Instant Cabin Tent

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Another best-selling tent by Ozark Trail is the 10-Person Dark Rest Instant Cabin Tent. Not only does this tent feature a super easy setup that can be completed in minutes, but it also comes with ‘Dark Rest’ technology that allows you to easily customize the interior illumination. The result: a better night’s sleep, and a tent that stays cooler, longer.

The steel-framed Ozark Trail 10-Person Dark Rest Instant Cabin Tent is very easy to pitch, with no assembly required. Its silhouette features poles that come pre-attached to the tent shell. According to the manufacturer, setup is possible in just 2 minutes, thanks to its instant, pre-assembled construction.

Dark Rest Technology

Though its roomy interior and easy assembly are great perks, the real attraction of this 10-person tent by Ozark Trail is its Dark Rest Technology. Dark Rest refers to this tent’s special technology that’s designed to block sunlight. The silhouette of the tent features multiple skylights with interior ceiling panels. These panels allow you to easily customize the amount of sunlight inside of the tent and allow you to block out the light completely when it’s time for bed. The ceiling panels on the skylights can also be fully rolled back, making this a great tent for stargazing. If you’re a sleeper that’s sensitive to light, or you simply want a tent that stays cooler, longer, this Dark Rest technology may be the answer to your prayers.

Other pros of the Ozark Trail 10-Person Dark Rest Instant Cabin Tent include integrated storage pockets and a hanging gear organizer that enables you to keep your camping gear neatly organized and off the ground.

The Ozark Trail 10-Person Dark Rest Instant Cabin Tent also comes with an electrical cord access port, tent stakes, and a carry bag. This tent is furthermore covered by a 6-month product warranty – always a plus.

Although the Ozark Trail Dark Rest Instant Cabin Tent isn’t the cheapest 10-person tent on the market, considering its fantastic design quality and unique Dark Rest technology, it’s no doubt worth the investment for campers that want the best night’s sleep possible…

PROS

Instant easy setup, no assembly required
Excellent quality standard
Steel frame more durable than fiberglass
Tent stays cooler, longer
Rainfly included
Dark Rest technology
Great for stargazing
Multiple mesh windows for great ventilation
Electrical cord access port
Removable room divider
Includes tent stakes
Included carry bag

CONS

Expensive
Not lightweight

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8. Columbia Mammoth Creek 10-Person Tent

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If you’re looking for a 10-person tent that maximizes interior space, then the Mammoth Creek model by Columbia may be just what you’re after.

The Columbia Mammoth Creek 10 Person Tent measures 14ft x 10ft (168″ x 120″) and offers 78″ of center height. This spacious tent can fit up to 10 adult sleeping bags or 2 queen-size air mattresses.

This 10-person tent features large pull-out windows that can be kept fully open for maximum airflow on warm days. Further air circulation is encouraged via an adjustable ground vent and no-see-um mesh panels. During bad weather conditions, the waterproof polyester flooring and rainfly work together to keep you dry and sheltered.

Omni-Shield coated fabric

The Columbia Mammoth Creek 10 Person Tent comes with Omni-Shield coated fabric. This patented type of water-resistant fabric dries 3-5 times faster than regular, untreated polyester. Not only does it dry quicker, but it also gets less weighed down when wet – reducing the strain and pull on the tent’s frame in heavy rain.

Although the product description on Amazon lists the shipping weight at an ultralight 4 pounds, this is an error. According to Amazon reviews, the total packing weight of this backpacking tent is approximately 22 lbs; this is still relatively lightweight for a tent this size.

A minor con is that Columbia Mammoth Creek 10 Person Tent isn’t an instant setup tent, meaning you will have to spend more time on assembly than the other, easy setup models in this overview.

Furthermore, some reviewers mentioned a lack of clear setup instructions. That said, once you’ve figured out which part goes where, the setup will be quicker the second time around.

PROS

Vertical wall silhouette
Maximum interior space
Omni-Shield waterproof fabric
No-see-um mesh
Room divider for privacy
Large pull-out windows
Adjustable ground vent for air circulation
Can fit 2 queen-size air beds

CONS

Not the quickest in setup
Some reviewers mention a lack of clear set-up instructions
A discrepancy in packing weight in the product listing

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9. NTK Arizona 10-person Camping Tent

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The NTK Arizona camping tent is made from heavy-duty polyester and is perfect for 3 seasons. This durable tent can comfortably house up to 10 sleeping bags (or 3 double air mattresses and one single). NTK once again provides a quality product designed to enhance any outdoor excursion.

One of the best family tents out there, This NTK tent also features an ultra-slim polyester micro-mesh material that acts as a means of protection from mosquitoes and other bugs while ensuring the tent stays thoroughly ventilated.

Featuring a Double layer 190T polyester laminated water column, heat-welded PU sealed seams, and UV protection, this tent provides you with ample protection against the elements and ensures you get the comfort that you deserve. Even its large D-style doors are covered with mosquito mesh so you get great views and ventilation, minus the insects.

PROS

Comes with a stuff bag for easy storage and transport
Offers protection against all elements
Mosquito mesh
High-quality floor

CONS

The material of the tent floor is quite prone to wear and tear
Not the most durable tent on the market
Only partial-coverage rainfly

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10. Outbound Lightweight Pop up Family Camping Tent

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If your main priority is to find a 10-person tent that’s lightweight (12 lbs) and easy to carry, this model by Outbound is a fantastic match. Plus, not only is it lightweight, but it’s also super easy to set up – enabling you to pitch it within minutes. The trade-off is that the tent is not the most heavy-duty and durable, but for those that plan to carry their tent over longer distances, it’s worth the compromise.

The Outbound Lightweight Pop up Family Camping Tent measures 14ft x 10ft (168″ x 120″). This is enough room to accommodate 10 regular-sized adult sleeping bags or 2 queen-size air beds. This tent provides campers with 76 inches of standing center height. The family camping tent by Outbound comes with an ultralight fiberglass frame system, which is part of the reason it only weighs 12 lbs in total packing weight.

This roomy tent includes a partial-cover rain fly with a 600mm waterproof rating. Once again: this is not the most heavy-duty tent on the market, and a waterproof rating of 600mm won’t be enough to keep you fully dry in heavy rain. That being said, for fair weather conditions in the summertime, it should offer sufficient shelter to keep you comfy and secure. The rainfly includes leakproof seams, whilst the polyester tub floor offers adequate protection against wet undergrounds.

Includes all the essentials

It’s not the most durable tent on the market, nor is it equipped for extreme weather conditions; however, when it comes to portability and lightweight appeal, the Outbound Lightweight Pop up Tent is one of the best family tents you’ll find. Plus, the price tag is equally lightweight compared to other tents on this overview making it a budget-friendly backpacker’s favorite!

PROS

Very lightweight (12 lbs)
Affordable and great value-for-money
Easy and quick setup
Large D-shaped door with zippered windows
Mesh ceiling panels for proper airflow
Mesh storage pockets
Very portable and suited for backpacking
Includes tent stakes
Includes guy lines
Includes zippered carry bag
Rainfly included
Carry bag included

CONS

Fiberglass frame may shatter in heavy winds
Rainfly only has a 600mm waterproof rating
Not recommended for bad weather conditions
No room dividers
Only one entry-point

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Verdict

Every product in this Best 10-Person Tent Overview has its own unique appeal. Which tent ranks the best really depends on the type of camper you are. For example, family campers that aren’t concerned about privacy may be satisfied with a single-door design, such as the Wenzel Big Basin. However, campers who travel with friends and value privacy as a key priority may wish to have easy access to their compartment, without having to disturb others. In this case, the 10-Person Ozark Trail Family Cabin Tent, which features three separate entry points, could be a better match.

These 10-person camping tents also vary in shape and size. If you prefer maximum headroom and maneuverability throughout the entire tent, then straight-walled options such as the CORE Straight Wall Cabin Tent, the Columbia Mammoth Creek Camping Tent, or the Outdoor Products 10-Person Instant Cabin Tent could be a perfect fit. Then again, perhaps your key priority is protection against the elements. In this case, the Coleman WeatherMaster with its special WeatherTec system could be the tent for you. Furthermore, if you want a tent that stays cooler, longer – consider the Ozark Trail 10-Person Dark Rest Instant Cabin Tent, which blocks out sunlight to help you get a better night’s sleep…

There’s no need to stress – I can promise you one thing: every 10-person tent on this overview is a great choice; you honestly can’t go wrong with any of them. No matter which style you choose, you have my word, they’ll all keep you comfortable, sheltered, and cozy! All you need to do is determine which style matches your needs best – the tent will take care of the rest.

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Best 10-Person Tents – Buying Guide

When shopping for the Best 10-Person Tent for your camping needs, there are several buying factors to take into consideration. By determining which factors are most important to you, you can easily create a checklist to find your perfect fit. These are the most important buying factors to consider when shopping for large family tents:

Size, layout, and silhouette

10-Person tents come in all shapes and sizes. Though they can all accommodate 10 regular-sized adult sleeping bags, some are roomier than others. For example, a 10-person tent with a 14ft x 10ft footprint will fit 10 sleeping bags, but only 2 queen-size air beds. Whilst a 10-person tent with a 20ft x 10ft footprint can easily fit 3 queen-sized air beds. This may sound pretty logical, but it’s worth repeating that just because a tent is listed as ’10-person’, doesn’t mean it can comfortably accommodate 10 campers and their gear. That is why we recommend you to always double-check the floor space of a tent, ensuring it has enough room for your camping requirements.

Additionally, the tent’s center height and shape are also factors to consider. Some tents have a 74″ center height, whilst others reach up to 84″. Those extra 10 inches can make a big difference to your comfort, especially for taller campers. When it comes to the shape/silhouette, vertical-walled tents offer more interior space than a dome tent – maximizing on headroom to move around.

Privacy

If you want the option to enjoy some privacy from your friends and/or kids, choose a tent that includes a room divider. You may assume that all large 10-person tents come with some type of room divider, but this is not the case. Some tents only have one big main cabin that cannot be separated in the different rooms. Whilst other tents come with multiple room dividers, allowing you to instantly turn them into 2-room or 3-room tents. Creating your makeshift room divider is quite the hassle, so save yourself the effort, and simply choose a tent that includes room dividers instead if privacy is a priority.

Doors and windows

Another thing to consider is whether you want a tent with multiple doors, or if a single-door tent will do. For smaller, 4-person or 6-person tents a single entry point may be adequate, but when camping with a big group in one tent, the more doors, the easier is it to exit and enter the tent. If you don’t want to crawl over your camping buddies in the middle of the night, when nature calls, consider a tent with a front and back-entry point: as this will make your camping experience a whole lot smoother.

Also, take into consideration what type of windows you prefer. Some tents come with larger, pull-out mesh windows, whilst others feature zippered windows integrated into the doors. If you often go camping in the summertime and warm conditions, consider a tent with multiple mesh windows on all sides to enable proper ventilation and airflow. If you often find yourself in wet and rainy surroundings, ensure the tent comes with zippered and waterproof windows to prevent the interior from getting soggy. The type of windows and number of windows may not be your biggest priority, but it’s something to take into account when browsing for family camping tents.

Weather Resistance

Not every 10-person tent is fully able to keep sheltered and dry, even on bad weather days. Though every tent on this list offers some degree of weather protection, some are more capable of dealing with heavy rains and bad weather conditions than others. If you’re looking for a 3-season tent that holds up well in all types of weather, make sure it has enough weather-resistant design elements to battle the elements. For example:

Staying waterproof

Always choose a tent that comes with a rainfly. Secondly, check if the included rainfly is made of quality materials and what its waterproof rating is. The waterproof rating (also known as the hydrostatic rating) refers to how much water the fabric can handle before moisture starts seeping through. For example, a rainfly fabric with a waterproof rating of 500mm is only moderately water-resistant, whilst a rainfly with a 1500mm rating is far more capable of handling heavy rain. As a general rule of thumb: the higher the waterproof rating, the better.

Sealed, welded, and taped seams

A 10-person tent’s weather-resistance also depends on the type of seams. Even if the rainfly is 100% waterproof, the seams of the tent can still let water in and cause leakage. That is why we’d recommend picking a tent that comes with factory-sealed, taped, or welded seams. You can also waterproof/seal the seams of the tent yourself, but this can be quite the hassle. If you want to save yourself the annoyance of having to waterproof a tent at home, choose a silhouette that comes with factory-sealed, welded, and/or taped seams instead.

Material

Picking the right type of materials will ensure you get the most enjoyment out of a tent. Which material is ‘the best’ depends on where, and when, you plan to use the tent. For example, for backpacking trips or family hiking adventures, a tent frame made of lightweight materials is ‘best’. Lightweight material options include fiberglass, aluminum, and plastic. That said, these ultralight materials compromise on durability and stability. Fiberglass may shatter under pressure, whilst aluminum may bend. Alternatives are heavy-duty materials such as stainless steel. The advantage is that steel is more durable, heavy-duty, and wear-resistant than fiberglass and aluminum. However, it also is heavier – and often more expensive – which are also cons to take into consideration…

For the tent’s shell, the most commonly used materials are nylon and polyester. Nylon and polyester are quite similar in standard and performance. That said, there are gradations in quality – which is why we’d advise picking first-class nylon or polyester shell. There are two ways to check a fabric’s quality standard. First, if a fabric is listed as ‘ripstop’, it means its more tear-resistance and less prone to punctures. Second, check the product’s reviews, because other campers are a great way to check if the tent’s materials are capable of keeping you dry and comfy. If you don’t want to bother checking hundreds of Amazon reviews, use our Best 10-Person Tent Overview, as our experts have already researched for you!

Ease of setup

One of the leading buying factors for campers is often the ease of setup. Whilst some 10-person tents only take minutes to assemble, other styles can quickly set you back an hour (or more). How easy setup will be, depends on the type of frame and construction. For a lightning-fast setup, an instant tent is a way to go. An instant tent comes with part of the frame (or the entire frame) pre-assembled, allowing for nearly instant setup. Whilst standard camping tents come with separate tentpoles, instant tents often feature pre-attached poles. This helps you save time (and frustration) when pitching the tent. You simply need to unfold and/or extend an instant tent’s frame and let the parts slide/click into place.

Though instant tents are great, there’s nothing wrong with standard dome tent and/or cabin tents that do require some type of assembly. Especially not if you plan to camp at the same spot multiple nights in a row, as you’ll only need to set up once. That said, it is indeed something to consider, as we know a hassle-free and quick setup is something many campers look for when buying a new tent…

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Samantha Bos

Samantha is an avid outdoor enthusiast who loves exploring the great unknown. She’s traveled all across the globe to sample nature’s delights. And her travels have taken her to all corners of the world: from hiking the famous Inca Trail in Peru to ice-hiking on glaciers in Alaska.

Besides hiking, Samantha likes to challenge herself with all kinds of outdoor activities. She doesn’t shy away from testing her limits. For example, navigating Grade 5 rapids whilst whitewater rafting in New Zealand, and avoiding close-encounters with bird-eating spiders and poisonous plants in the Australian rainforest. Currently based in Manhattan, New York, she’s traded in the real jungle for an urban jungle. But she tries to get out and explore nature in the surrounding Hudson Valley, Catskills, and Harriman State Park areas as often as she can.

She shares her knowledge of hiking, backpacking, and outdoor activities in handy ‘Best of’ overviews. Bundling the best-value, top-rated products that will no doubt make every reader a ‘happy camper’.