CLAM Pop Up Screen Tent, Outdoor Camping Gazebo Canopy, Traveler, 6' x 6', Brown

We needed a shelter because we were going camping for Thanksgiving and needed a place to serve the food since we were feeding about 14 (yes, we're crazy people. Lol) and the RV is too cramped to line that many up in there. We almost bought a different one, but I found this after my husband had gone to bed, so I made the decision without him. All I told him was, "I know it cost more, but you will thank me when you put it up the first time." So the day finally came and he went out to put it up. Just a couple minutes later he came back in and exclaimed, "Omg, that thing is awesome!!!" And over the next few days I listened to him tell everyone how easy it was to put it up. Even the other campers who came by to ask us about it. And yes, I took ALL the credit. Lol What we liked: The first time he put it up it took about 60 seconds. It is SO easy I don't think he looked at the instructions once. And taking it down is even easier, if that's possible. It's VERY tall. My son in law is about 6'4 and even he had plenty of clearance above his head. It's very sturdy. We were right on a lake where it gets very windy (that was the main reason we needed it) and we left it up for about 4 nights without any concern about it getting damaged or it getting blown around at all. Even on the warmer days when we had the windows and door open. It might be different if we were just using the screens, but it ties down really well and I think it would take a lot for that to happen. The wind walls are attached, so you always have them with you. Just unroll them from the top and zip them into place. Plus there are windows on them that you can open if you're still in need of some fresh air. There is a ton of space inside. We put up 2 tables about 6' long on either side to put the food on. If it had been colder or too windy we could have easily fit chairs on either side of both tables to eat at and I don't think it would've felt crowded. Even though it's a dark brown color, the light colored roof allowed plenty of light in so we didn't need a light source until after the sun went down. A day prior when temps were in the high 40s, we tried using one of those small radiator type heaters (the cheap $50 ones from Walmart) to warm it up just in case it got cold enough that we'd have to eat inside. Didn't end up needing to, but with that tiny heater it got warm enough to be comfortable. We liked the apron along the bottom that should keep most bugs out. Some reviews complained about getting it back in the storage bag after use. This wasn't a problem for us. It went right back in without any hassle at all. Maybe the bag is bigger now? It didn't really rain that week so we can't speak to how dry it stays or if it gets too hot in warmer weather. Then again, we live in the south. No matter where you are, in the shade or not, it is ALWAYS too hot outside. I don't see it being any worse in any screen room you could buy. Lol

We just bought this item. I received it the week before camping for the first time this year. Tried putting it up at home to make sure I knew how to do it. It is easy to erect and take down. Highly recommend watching the you tube video for as a guide for it. We had some mild winds at the campground--20-30 mph and it stayed standing for the most part. We did have the roof fall in a couple of times, but did not have the ropes out to the ground tightened good. Once that was corrected it stayed up. We even had over an 1" of rain on it and I had our bikes, stroller, camping chairs and garbage can inside and all was perfectly dry, that was awesome. The solid sides are also an added bonus as we had family get together one night that was around 55 degrees with 20 mph winds and we used it as a place to set food and eat. It worked great for that. The video says it takes less than a minute to set up, it might be true if you had done it every day, but I would say set up is about 5-10 minutes and take down is around 10-15 minutes depending on weather. Everyone was impressed with it and the quality. I hope it last for many years to come, because it showed it's value on this trip! One tip I would do: to make the ropes going down to the ground easier to adjust I went an bought some plastic spilt bolts and nuts. That made it a lot easier to keep the ropes tight going down to the ground and the next time I put it up it is going to be super easy to adjust the ropes. 2nd Update: We have now used the tent multiple times. Positives: Awesome place to sit if it is raining outside as it is very weather proof. Keeps the bugs out and the screen is awesome, downside it also keeps the bugs inside once they get their!!(darn kids always opening the door and never shutting it) Great shade, the windows in the solid sides are awesome. The set up is second to none, it is flat out easy and take down is just as easy. Negatives: To roll up the solid sides you have to take the ropes loose from the ground, that stinks and makes changing from screens to solid a chore. We have had multiple storms with winds in excess of 30 mph and that does the collapse the tent roof, but it is as easy as opening the door and pushing the roof back up into place. Overall I would buy it again without hesitation as set up and take down is very important to me, along with keeping bugs out of course!! 3rd Update: This tent has proven itself over and over again. We thoroughly enjoy it in the spring and the fall and use it as our garage at night to keep everything dry while we are camping from dew or rain. In the summer we raise the sides and enjoy bug free living outdoors. I have gotten pretty good at taking it down and putting it up, it is easy and convenient. We had over 3" of rain the last camping trip and not a drop got inside the tent. We also had some strong winds of 30-40 mph and the tent held up beautifully. I sleep well inside the camper knowing I don't have to be running around outside at night grabbing things that will blow away when the next weather event rolls in.

UPDATE: I am super impressed with the customer service I have received from this company. They have since replaced the Clam for me not with he same color but I am ok with that. Tom from customer service was excellent and prompt in responding to me each time. 5 Starts for customer service lets hope this next Clam holds up better than the first. OLD: I am a bit disappointed with this product as I set it up on my first camping trip of the year Which is sadly after the return date and i have had it up for about one week and it was a little windy and rainy last night and the top collapsed as it is supposed to ( It has a kind of a spring side and top action to prevent from being blown away or weight on it.) And when it popped back up one of the roof panels tore a big split right in the middle of the roof panel not even on a seam where it could be repaired. Now in fairness I thought this was an amazing product for a little less than a week. Maybe I just got old stock and the material had dried I am not sure but as of right now I am pretty disappointed as htis was not a cheap product and I have had a different style that I keep over my picnic table and it was $100 bucks and is still in perfect shape 6 years old and was up at same time as this one and the $800 one rips??? Something to consider. I also saw nock off versions of this when I was deciding to purchase and I thought that It is better to go direct to main manufacturer when spending this type of money. I really hope that I hear back from Manufacturer and that they do something about this. I will update If I get a response as I have reached out to them directly.

I already had two clam tents so I know how awesome they are. But when I found out they had a PURPLE one (my favourite colour) I had to have it! It has even better features than my previous clam tents as the panels are built in and have built in windows included. I also purchased the floor separately and LOVE the results. It has become my favourite tent and the one I now also sleep in since having the floor. Lots of room and easy to set up by myself.

So easy to assemble and take down. Love it.