Well, I figured this would be the best place to ask a question about wall tents, as I don't know of any other place to put it that would get a good response, so here goes.

I am sure EKM will have a wealth of knowledge here to

I am no expert, but don't exactly call myself a beginner when it comes to camping, both large camps and small, from years in the boyscouts, and the camp my dad and I have put together so far, but opinions will definately be welcome.

This is more of a "review" type question than anything.

I am in the market for another tent. One to serve as a base camp for the many times that I go out exploring by myself, but not one that will be carried on my back. Weight is not of a huge concern, but I want something that can easily put up by one person, and does not take forever to do so. My dad and I have a 12X14 wall tent right now that is GREAT for extended stays in the woods. (we had it up for close to three weeks a couple years ago). I am looking to find something that will allow me mobility in a vehicle base camp near true wilderness areas, that I will be able to break down quickly, as I plan to make many two and three day trips for scouting, etc. I am getting tired of these flimsy nylon pieces of %^&*&^&^%$#$%@$^%&^%& that just don't hold together. To be quite honest, I could very easily sleep under the stars, but it is nice to have some sense of protection while camping. I do most of my hunting in the early season (Sept and early Oct), and we again, have my dads tent for the really cold long stays.

I have looked into Davis Tents and Awnings, based out of Denver, and am quite interested in the Single pole tent, and Herder tents they offer. They would fill the bill I am trying to fill quite nicely. A stove for heat is not a big concern, as I plan to have a large propane heater and cook stove, as well as regular camp fire for heat and cooking. (the heater would be used OUTSIDE the tent ONLY). Has anyone had any experience with these types of tents, or Davis in peticular? I like the look of the tent, as I could pitch it with no poles by simply hanging under a tree, which would be easy to set up and take down. An 8'x8' tent would be plenty for short two and three night stays with myself, or even a couple more if it was needed in an emergency/back-up situation. If I actually draw an elk tag this year (fingers ARE crossed), I will be hunting with my father by my side, and, again, we will have his larger tent with us (probably 9 days total in the woods during ML season, unless I happen to tag out early). We would use the smaller one I purchase as an equipment storage type task. Again, this will be in mid - late Sept., so cold temps are not of major concern.

Sorry for the long winded post, I hope I did not confuse anyone, lol.

Any help and suggestions would be great!!

Thanks,
Marcial