16ft Avalon Bell Tent (Water repellent)

The tent is very high quality and serves my purposes well. Looking forward to more trips in the Avalon.

We set up the Avalon in our backyard to host a small glamping party, and it was the star of the night. With fairy lights strung across the interior and floor cushions scattered around, it became a cozy lounge space where everyone hung out well into the night. A few guests even asked if they could stay over because it looked more inviting than their hotel. The canvas walls block out enough sound to make it peaceful, but you can still hear just enough of nature outside. It’s both a tent and a conversation piece, and we’re already planning more events with it.

The only downside is the weight, but honestly, you trade portability for durability.

We bought the 13' for hot tent camping in the winter. It comfortably fits two adults on cots, two large dogs and a wood stove. We have used it for over 3 years now and been in high winds (60+ mph), snow, rain and sub zero temperatures. Every experience was completely comfortable and low stress. Setup is relatively quick and easy. Simple enough for just one person to do the job. And the quality has us believing this tent will become a family heirloom. Everywhere we have been we are the envy of other campers. If you are considering this tent, do your self a favor and just do it. Our only regret is that we didn't get ours sooner.

We have been spending our entire warm season (4-5 months of the year) in our 16.5' Avalon, and decided to upgrade this year to the Optimus at 23' diameter. Holy Wow. What a palace. We have been obsessedly in love with our smaller tent, and have found that all our wishes have come through with the larger size - including the premium zippers on the door screens, (the thinner zipper on the screen door failed by the end of our first summer with the 16.5') Having THREE doors? Are you kidding? So much air flow, so many possibilities. And two stove jacks offers the same flexibility. Currently we have it set up at our summer river spot with our king bed, bureaus, record player, music instruments, etc...and there is still Plenty of room for yoga/movement. The only thing I will say, is that I don't know if its possible to raise this tent without two strong individuals - for the sole reason of the center pole, and lifting all that tent weight in order to raise it straight up. It was imperative that I help my husband with this one, and he routinely sets up the 16.5' all by himself in about 30 minutes. The Big Top tent here took a Lot longer for our first time. But, do not let that deter you - it is absolutely, 110% worth it.