When it rains there aren't "leaks" but kind of like a regular tent, if you're inside and touch the sides your hands will be wet.

They hold up really well. We've had them in 50+ mph winds, staked down and no issues. Also, it comes with a rain fly to use in the rain. Again, no issues as long as you let it dry completely before tearing it down. Our favorite is the medium as it's a great size.

I haven’t heard that on these. Usually in reference to the actual tents use for toilet and shower

Not transparent. There is a black screen on the windows and doors, then you can zip the windows up and yes it gets very dark by doing that.

@@HoneymoonersOffroadAdventures thanks

@@HoneymoonersOffroadAdventures I guess what I'm wondering is - if one seals up the shelter, either on a cold day or to use air conditioning, is there enough light coming through to see and get around or are you in total darkness? Just about all of my camping is in the desert, and I'd like to run a/c and take a break during the hottest part of the day, but would prefer it not to be in pitch darkness.

@@FrancisBecka no it’s not complete darkness when completely sealed up. We would recommend getting a strand of lights to put up in there to help, but it won’t be completely dark in the daylight. Some light will still come through the walls.

@@loopstermt5091 Thanks again

No, just ports for a heater or AC

Thank you. We will get that fixed!

It's got insulation and very well made, I have the shift pod mini 3

Yet people will easily spend $15-30,000, or more on a trailer/RV when most of the time they are using it, it is spent crammed into tiny campsites with dozens of other 'campers'. Only to enjoy the gridlock of camping in a campground for a couple of weeks, then they park it for the rest of the year. Yes, it is on the spendy side for "Just a tent popup", but much stouter and quieter than most tents as well. I have spent time in those other tents, and it is an entirely different experience in a Shiftpod. At least try and experience one prior to judging. They do have issues, mostly with condensation, but also, completely setting one up, with stakes, zipping in floors, and putting on the blast shield (highly recommend), takes about 30 minutes for this crippled up old man. I wish they would quit saying it takes 2 minutes to set up, that is BS. I have the Shiftpod 3, and it is a real plus to be able to hang out and fully stand up in when needed, and quite comfy.

@@choosesomethingfun5608 Thank you.