Jan 30, 2022 #1 E Elkangle WKR Joined Jun 16, 2016 Messages 909 Currently have a nunatak and love it but was thinking I really will only be truck camping the next couple of years...considering trading this in for somthing with an awning Thoughts on the 6 sides vs 12 square ? Esp in high winds ?
Currently have a nunatak and love it but was thinking I really will only be truck camping the next couple of years...considering trading this in for somthing with an awning Thoughts on the 6 sides vs 12 square ? Esp in high winds ?
Jan 31, 2022 #2 H Hoopleheader FNG Joined May 6, 2020 Messages 96 I’m not sure they have been making the Arctica for a while, which may solve your dilemma. I see they are on the website however. I run an AO igloo, so not an experienced opinion, but I think either should do fine when properly guyed out. A square area is more efficient for sleeping arrangements etc. Just like Cabelas dome tents, I think there is wasted space with 6-8 sides.
I’m not sure they have been making the Arctica for a while, which may solve your dilemma. I see they are on the website however. I run an AO igloo, so not an experienced opinion, but I think either should do fine when properly guyed out. A square area is more efficient for sleeping arrangements etc. Just like Cabelas dome tents, I think there is wasted space with 6-8 sides.
Feb 15, 2024 #3 Rowndy FNG Joined Oct 22, 2012 Messages 31 Elkangle, did you end up getting an Arctic or AO 12? I’m comparing between the two as well.