Kodiak Canvas Flex-Bow 10x14 VX Tent Review | Camping Gear Reviews

Kodiak Canvas Flex-Bow 10x14 VX Tent Review | Camping Gear Reviews | Easy to Set Up Canvas Tent

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This is the third of 3 new tents we will review this year on Kemp Outside! Check out the Kodiak Canvas Flex-Bow 10x14 VX! I can't wait to get this tent out into the field and put it through it's paces. If you are looking for an easy to set up canvas tent, this has to be on your short list.
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@alinamedina-garry4310 3 ай бұрын

Old womanBest tent EVER! I am a 69-year woman and not in shape, yet I am able to put it up all by myself. I bought one for each of my grown up children as Christmas presents. Can’t say enough about it.

@SaltwaterServr Жыл бұрын

I've had mine, not the VX model but the 10'x14', and I've never completely staked it out. I usually only do the corners and the center stake on the front. If I was expecting 30mph wind I might do the whole thing. I've had the tent on the beach where the stakes are definitely too short. I've gone with 1/2" x 2' long rebar you can get from any national hardware store. Because the depth of grab for a beach can vary where you are on it, I use cable ties to zip tie the tent's D-rings to the rebar. I wouldn't use smooth pipe or metal for the stakes as the zip ties need something to grab onto which is why rebar works so well. After I have it staked, I use beach garbage and driftwood to mark the corners so you don't end up tripping over the exposed rebar. The only way to get the rebar out though is to dig it out with a shovel.

@jd5446 Жыл бұрын

That was a real, solid review. I appreciate you going over individual components too. Thanks !

@KempOutside 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@herrp8765 Жыл бұрын

Excellent coverage of many facets of this tent. More in depth than other reviewers. Thanks so much.

@KempOutside Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@michaelbandeko3519 3 ай бұрын

I Love my Flex-bow tent. I have the new rain fly for it. It really stabilizes the tent in the wind. I have replaced my stakes with Ground Grabba stakes. I substuted the awning poles for the Green Elephant adjustable poles. Excellent set-up!

@tobycat99online Жыл бұрын

Another for a Great job on your review. Enjoyed your explanations and I am now a subscriber. I have a 10x10 on order and can't wait set up and using it. Looking forward to watching more of your videos.

@KempOutside Жыл бұрын

Thanks! We love our Kodiak and I can't imagine we will ever buy a different tent. Thanks for subscribing!

@ShootTheTrail 2 жыл бұрын

Those are some valuable tips you gave. Maintenance is important

@KempOutside 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! And thanks for watching!

@gregmadsen6550 2 жыл бұрын

Camping in 45-50 mph winds and rain storm as I’m watching this video. My buddy’s tent did not hold up to the winds so he moved in my tent like 3:00am in the morning. I love this tent takes the high winds And buddy heater keeps me warm. I set up a small table, I have room for small table and a beautiful Husky in her dog bed. So much room! great video thanks.👍

@KempOutside 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Kodiak makes a fantastic tent. Thanks for watching!

@HeartlandMakesAndOutdoors 7 ай бұрын

I have the flex bow tent with the rain fly you mention in this video. I will attest to how awesome it is to be able to open the windows when it is raining. I used mine for a 18 day camping trip in November,. It has the wood burning stove on the one end of the tent and one day, it was coldish, and raining all day, at one point, the wood burning stove put too much heat in the tent and I opened all the windows, and stayed dried hahaha. The rain fly was a deal breaker for me, I was worried about those slow all day rains because I have come back to camp at the end of one of those days looking forward to getting dry and everything in my tent was wet, so the rain fly fixed this worry for me and it worked flawlessly. Thanks for the fun video. Dale

@jamesharvey4817 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir for being honest.

@KempOutside 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@ShootTheTrail 2 жыл бұрын

I never used a canvas tent. We have a huge nylon tent, but we have been talking about getting a better tent. Thanks for the review.. I really like the overhead shelf and pocket organizers

@KempOutside 2 жыл бұрын

I really like this tent a lot. I think we will be using this tent for years to come. If you are ready to take the leap, I'd highly recommend it!

@garrettkemp9220 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing tent, and amazing channel

@KempOutside 2 жыл бұрын

When your 17 year old son thinks you're cool! Thanks for being my camping buddy Garrett!

@DeanFromTexas Жыл бұрын

Top notch job on this video! You did an excellent job covering just about every feature of this tent. The only thing I would add as a plus, is the roof being white- which will allow a grreat amount of sunlight during the day. Kudos to you sir... You've earned a subscriber.

@KempOutside Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and subscribing. Personally I like the white roof to allow for more light, but there is a rainfly option you can add to this tent from Springbar if you want it darker.

@gabrieladowler3425 2 жыл бұрын

This is a great review!

@KempOutside 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@swaggingsisters 2 жыл бұрын

We camp in hot Aussie summers with thunderstorms in ours. You're on point with rain and hot weather. We attach a tarp to the top tension bar using bungee cord balls and have the tarp coverage out the non-awning side. On the awning side we use the tent awning as a bit of a wall/block against sun/rain instead (pull out the bottom and peg out with bungee cords) and leave the windows open that side, great airflow🙂

@KempOutside 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I think this is my first comment from Australia! Thanks for the tips on how you keep cool in the rain during hot summers.

@waynewagenknecht2345 Жыл бұрын

How waterproof is it? We camp on Straddie a bit, and every time it bloody rains on us lol my sister let me borrow her Kodiak to try and she swears by it! But after setting it up out the back just now, I don't know if I trust it's waterproofness, especially the roof

@RussellCheney Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video!

@KempOutside Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@leoWorldBestGamer 6 ай бұрын

Great Video!!!!!! I just subscribed to your channel! Well-done!

@ghqservicesmiddlegeorgiadr9986 Жыл бұрын

Good job. Thanks

@KempOutside Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@josephgeorgeejr7039 Жыл бұрын

Iam gonna be getting a 14 x10 vx, but before I do, I'd like see someone put a tarp on roof on very sunny day, a cover of sorts that is exact outline of the roof panel, I know I will definitely have one myself, keep it cooler an have less bright light in sun, also get a hand cart with wheels for any situation where you may need to take it a distance

@FriendlyTalking2 Жыл бұрын

Id like a dark tent bedroom to hang in there. And to see you put it up

@ShootTheTrail 2 жыл бұрын

We just went to Oconee state park in sc. we did the same thing. We used an air mattress as well. I slept on the ground one time and said I would never do that again.

@KempOutside 2 жыл бұрын

No more ground sleeping for me! I just watched you video from Oconee. Looked like a nice park!

@LittleHouseofBeans 2 жыл бұрын

Well....I didn't see THIS one coming. The big daddy caddy! This will sound odd, but it actually SOUNDED like quality when you were zipping/unzipping. Historically, I was under the impression these were a PIA to set up, but thats 30 years ago Stu. Any thoughts on how rain will pool on the shade flap? It does seem great if you're going on a long one and need that 'home base'. Kev.....I'm now expecting a review of the Shiftpod 3. chop chop!

@KempOutside 2 жыл бұрын

I used to think canvas tents were hard to set up too but this design is easy. Now all I need is someone to send me a Shiftpod 3 so I can do a review!

@Rooster0529 9 ай бұрын

I added a third pole in the middle grommet of the awning and lowered the two side poles. Sheds water better.

@steinfrank5496 2 жыл бұрын

How well does the duck canvas hold up in the summer? Does it provide enough ventilation? Also, does the material hold up better than your usual PU coated tents in long term storage?

@KempOutside Жыл бұрын

I love the ventilation in this tent. it seems much cooler than my poly tents. I have camped in everything from below freezing to 98° in this tent for weeks at a time with no issues. just make sure it is dry before going into storage and it will be fine.

@herrp8765 Жыл бұрын

Would it help to bring a leaf blower to make sure the tent is dry before packing out?

@KempOutside Жыл бұрын

you can if you have space but I find it easier to just set it up when I get home.

@Not_A_Drone 2 жыл бұрын

Does this tent come with a port to run an electric cord in?

@KempOutside 2 жыл бұрын

It doesn't, but we always run power into the back door and have no problems. We only use one door for our tent though. It would be nice if they added a port.

@phottomatt4202 2 жыл бұрын

Is the tent bag waterproof? I will probably throw it on top of the truck for transport

@KempOutside 2 жыл бұрын

No it is not. Your tent will get wet if the bag is placed outside during rain.

@josephgeorgeejr7039 Жыл бұрын

When I put tent away I'd just fold the stake bag into the awning portion of the tent

@shaunfrey7800 Жыл бұрын

Curious how much of an issue is the size and finding an adequate site?

@KempOutside Жыл бұрын

There are some sites that have tent pads that are too small. But for the most part we have no issues.

@usaman7358 Жыл бұрын

Ok, so I keep hearing this tent is something like 90 pounds but nobody ever mentions if this is the total of the THREE bags, OR, are the stakes and poles additional weight? I'm guessing 90 pounds is the total of all 3 bags which begs the question which I've NEVER heard anyone mention........HOW MUCH DOES THE ONE HEAVY BAG WITH THE TENT ONLY WEIGH??? This, to me, would be the most important question so one knows if he/she can carry that one main bag. Anyone? Thanks!