Coach Report post Posted September 27, 2013 I've borrowed a buddy's wall tent on several occasions, and I really want to buy a good one, used. But here's the deal, seems like every time one comes up for sale, it's close to what a brand new one would run. I know lotss of people buy these things with one hunt in mind. A couple years later, they are stuck with the gear and not the passion. If anyone is looking to unload a *quality* wall tent or Cabelas Alaknak, I'm looking for a good deal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Camofreak Report post Posted September 27, 2013 My dad just got an absolutely SMOKING deal on one on CL, keep an eye out on there! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chad Report post Posted September 27, 2013 Check out the bargain cave at cabelas i bought my new alaknak there for half price and they had a complete wall tent for like 600$ just had to look for all the pieces Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
awatson Report post Posted September 27, 2013 Ok, I'll break it to you; sit down. The best way would be to forego purchasing a wall tent altogether, save the money and put it toward a small travel trailer...and never have to spend a half day of valuable time setting up and then taking down one of those things again!! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Camofreak Report post Posted September 27, 2013 Ok, I'll break it to you; sit down. The best way would be to forego purchasing a wall tent altogether, save the money and put it toward a small travel trailer...and never have to spend a half day of valuable time setting up and then taking down one of those things again!! He's obviously used one on more then one occasion, so i think he knows what goes into it. Which is more or less like 1-2hrs depending on who and how many people are setting it up. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coach Report post Posted September 27, 2013 I have a travel trailer, but there are times when I'm hunting alone or with just one or two of my sons and don't want to drive the big diesel truck or haul that thing. Most areas I don't want to spend a week driving around on dirt roads with big heavy Excursion, and if the wife doesn't come, that's the only vehicle I'd have if I brought the camper. I've got regular tents but they just aren't as comfortable or roomy as a good wall tent. I've set up wall tents before in under 45 minutes with another guy, and a little over an hour by myself. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
awatson Report post Posted September 27, 2013 Just a joke guys Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Viper Report post Posted September 27, 2013 It's not a bad idea to have both...trailer and tent, depending on the circumstances. I'm more of a tent guy. I have one for all occasions. My favorite is my Alaknak 12x12 with vestibule and wood stove. I can set it up and take it down myself in 45 - 60 minutes. There's a lot of stake pounding. I was fortunate to buy mine in 2005 when the base price was $500, including the stove. I bought it from the original Cabelas in Sydney Nebraska. Probably the best way to find one cheaper/used is to diligently search the classifieds on various hunting sites and craigs list. It may take a while. Good luck. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sjvcon Report post Posted September 27, 2013 I bought one from my church. Huge one. They bought it and used it 3x for their Mexico Mission and decided to go a different way. Retail was like $1800 plus some of the extras they had purchased. They were putting it out at a "garage sale" and I asked how much ... $500. In the back of my truck it went. Thing was like new ... I almost felt guilty ... ALMOST. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest wdenike Report post Posted September 27, 2013 I bought one from my church. Huge one. They bought it and used it 3x for their Mexico Mission and decided to go a different way. Retail was like $1800 plus some of the extras they had purchased. They were putting it out at a "garage sale" and I asked how much ... $500. In the back of my truck it went. Thing was like new ... I almost felt guilty ... ALMOST. LMAO I'll give ya 250.00 for it!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MULEPACKHUNTER Report post Posted September 27, 2013 Why not just run one of the updated new dome tents that sleep like 8 people and use a heater buddy? They go up in 10 minutes. I Like the wall tents but I sleep in my horse trailer unless im in deep then its the 2 man tent so I am not a good judge. I have a 25 year old pole style tent that is good for 4 guys and all the gear and it goes up in 30 minutes but it wouldnt hold up in nasty snow I dont think??? Never tried it. unless your in CO or something like that why go wall tent anyway, we don't get that kind of weather here? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coach Report post Posted September 27, 2013 Dang, Steve - that's a smokin' deal. Talk about being in the right place at the right time!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Curtis Reed Report post Posted September 27, 2013 Check out the Davis Tent scratch and dent sale every spring. I got my 12x14 for a really good deal and I cannot find the "color blemish" that it has. Davis Tent and Awning are #1 in my book 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Curtis Reed Report post Posted September 27, 2013 http://www.davistent.com 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fish Report post Posted September 28, 2013 i got myself the canvas and then bought a angle kit. Made the frame myself with conduit from depot- Takes my bother and I all off 15 min to setup. Be patient and expand your search. you wont find a good deal in the valley. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
