an interesting Solo option

[Bogman10]

While this is a bit on the heavy side ( 9lbs) it sets up very fast and can be opened to the fire if needed. I haven't been out in the rain with it, but being canvas, I am sure its OK, I still would tarp it though as wet canvas is a bugger to pack up.It did great this last week though as I was out hunting, and the Temperature dropped to -10 c both nights, so opening to the fire was very nice.

 

[Barn Owl]

Looks good

Did you carry it far?
I'd certainly use it for car camping with a short walk in.

 

[Bogman10]

Looks good

Did you carry it far?
I'd certainly use it for car camping with a short walk in.

I drove in with my truck, hard to carry a 200lb deer , 600 lb Elk, or 1200lb Moose 200kms back to Edmonton. lol. Anyway, for boat, horse, or vehicle, I am happy with my purchase.
Getting a bit too cold though, so in 2 weeks, when I go out again I will be taking this:

with a wood stove. less work to stay comfortable, so more time to be in the field hunting. That and I am getting Old.lol

 

[w00dsmoke]

Apparently you can join several of these Dutch cammo tents together side by side to create bigger tents just like the UK issue 4 man arctic tunnel tents that can be zipped together to make for example a command tent or forward field hospital tent.

I really like these but suspect in prolonged wet weather they would be pretty uncomfortable to live in although I dare say you get more head room in this than those Polish teepee'sfor sleeping. I love both but would hate to live in them for an extended period.

 

[Bushcraftsman]

looks great! bet that was a great trip, looks like a fine piece of kit. thanks for sharing

 

[Bogman10]

Apparently you can join several of these Dutch cammo tents together side by side to create bigger tents just like the UK issue 4 man arctic tunnel tents that can be zipped together to make for example a command tent or forward field hospital tent.

I really like these but suspect in prolonged wet weather they would be pretty uncomfortable to live in although I dare say you get more head room in this than those Polish teepee'sfor sleeping. I love both but would hate to live in them for an extended period.

Yes they can be joined together, and I agree about the prolonged soaking. That being said the floor is a very heavy ( I want to say ) rubber? so no issue there, put a tarp over top perfect. This winter I plan to install some mosquito netting for the summer as it doesn't have any.

 

[RAPPLEBY2000]

how are they joined together? (i assume it's buttons or laces) they appear to onlyhave one side entrance.

It's a fantastic idea, I remember in scouts in bad weather we'd attach the scout "issue" kitchen tent (a canvas tarp) on the front of the tent so we could cook under cover.

 

[Ahjno]

how are they joined together? (i assume it's buttons or laces) they appear to onlyhave one side entrance.

It's a fantastic idea, I remember in scouts in bad weather we'd attach the scout "issue" kitchen tent (a canvas tarp) on the front of the tent so we could cook under cover.

The Dutch army used to use these so called 'puptents'. They where placed (usually) next to eachother in pairs and zipped together.

Currently, AFAIK, they are binned (too heavy) and soldiers use (in the field) poncho's, bivvy bags and Hilleberg Nallo 2 tents (Special Forces in arctic conditions).
MOD also works on SMP (Soldier Modernisation Program): it's all about new kit. On this topic: each soldier will be issued with a hooped bivvy bag (think snugpack stratosphere and carinthia bags) & modulair sleeping bag.

 

[Bogman10]

how are they joined together? (i assume it's buttons or laces) they appear to onlyhave one side entrance.

It's a fantastic idea, I remember in scouts in bad weather we'd attach the scout "issue" kitchen tent (a canvas tarp) on the front of the tent so we could cook under cover.

both sides can be fully opened.

 

[stooboy]

can you still buy these tents looks quite smart imho

 

[Ahjno]

can you still buy these tents looks quite smart imho

You can, search for 'dutch army puptent'. Found two, both for 35 GBP (for guidance). Shop around for a cheaper one.
http://www.surplusandadventure.com/...ents/genuine-dutch-army-camo-tent-362822.html
http://www.wearitgreen.co.uk/product.php?xProd=163&jssCart=3464c9da122808c7d00fec05e806bd41