Is the Regatta Bell Tent 16' good for cold weather?

Yes. The cotton canvas breathes and insulates better than synthetic fabric, and the stove jack lets you run a wood stove inside. Expect some condensation on cold nights, so keep vents and windows open.

How many people does the 16-foot Regatta sleep?

It fits a family or a group of around six to eight people on sleeping pads, or fewer with cots and a stove. The bell shape gives good headroom in the center and slopes down at the walls.

Can one person pitch it?

It can be done, but it is heavy and awkward alone. Two people make setup much faster, especially when raising the steel center pole and staking the groundsheet.

Does it come with a stove jack and groundsheet?

Yes. The stove jack is pre-installed with a 5-inch pre-cut pattern, and the PE groundsheet is sewn in. You supply the stove, flue and stakes.

How does it compare with a synthetic family tent?

The Regatta is heavier and slower to pitch but far more durable, breathes better and supports a wood stove. Synthetic tents are lighter and quicker but less suited to cold-weather or long-stay camping.

How do I store it to avoid mold?

Set it up or hang it to dry completely after every trip before packing. Store it loose in a dry place; packing damp canvas is the main cause of mildew.

Where is the White Duck Outdoors Regatta Bell Tent 16' cheapest?

At eBay, for $859.99, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the White Duck Outdoors Regatta Bell Tent 16'?

3 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Tractor Supply Co, The Home Depot.

White Duck Outdoors Regatta Bell Tent 16'

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What reviewers say

Owners rate the Regatta highly for its thick canvas, sturdy poles and stove-ready design, calling it a solid four-season shelter. Complaints center on weight, setup effort and condensation.

What people mention

Canvas qualityPraisedOwners say the 8.5 oz army duck canvas feels thick and durable and handles rain and wind well.
Stove jackPraisedThe pre-installed silicone-coated jack is called a real convenience for wood-stove camping.
WeightCriticisedBuyers note the tent is very heavy and bulky, making transport and solo pitching hard work.
CondensationCriticisedUsers report moisture building up inside in cold, damp conditions unless vents are managed.
SetupMixedPitching is straightforward with two people but slow and tiring alone, according to owners.
GroundsheetPraisedThe sewn-in PE floor is described as keeping the interior dry and clean.

About the White Duck Outdoors Regatta Bell Tent 16'

The Regatta Bell Tent 16' from White Duck Outdoors is a canvas bell tent that sleeps 3 people. The body is made from 8.5 oz. army duck cotton canvas with a water repellent, mold resistant and UV resistant finish. Seams are double-stitched, and the corners are reinforced for added strength.

The frame uses galvanized steel poles. A shock-absorbing grounding system is built in for harsh weather. The tent has a sewn-in polyethylene groundsheet, and the doors and windows have bug mesh.

A heat resistant, silicone-coated stove jack is pre-installed, with a 5 in. pre-cut pattern. The interior peak height is 9 ft. 8 in. (300 cm), and the door height is 4 ft. 9 in. (150 cm).

Capacity

Sleeps 3 people

Fabric

8.5 oz. army duck cotton canvas

Floor

Sewn-in polyethylene groundsheet

Frame

Galvanized steel poles

Peak height

9 ft. 8 in. (300 cm)

Door height

4 ft. 9 in. (150 cm)