If you’re after something with a bit more “survivalist chic,” the Shiftpod shelter series from Advanced Shelter Systems may do the trick. Adding a wood-burning fireplace (yes, that’s really an option) makes this a legit year-round shelter.īuy at The Tipi Company Advanced Shelter Systems Shiftpod The company can even dress it up with twinkle lights, throw pillows, and seating for a turnkey luxe camping spot in your own backyard. The 21-foot-diameter floor plan is big enough for 15 standing adults or eight people sleeping. The Baby Tipi from Britain’s The Tipi Company is an upsized take on the traditional design. It’s hard to beat the classic tipi for a vintage, romantic glamping experience. A full-coverage rain fly with a rain-guard pole insert ensures the interior keeps dry in even the wettest weather.
The structure is designed to survive the worst alpine conditions, with enough standing room for more than 20. It relies on the tried and true geodesic shape for the ultimate in durability, versatility, and practicality. The Space Station Dome Tent is Mountain Hardwear’s flagship entry into the premium tent market. Mountain Hardwear Space Station Dome Tent No matter where on the planet you’re headed - Antarctica, the North Pole, or the wilds of New Zealand - this will keep you warm and safe. Like all of the company’s shelters, its strength stems from an inflatable geodesic construction capable of withstanding up to 112 mile-per-hour winds. Its flagship Mavericks is a 55-pound multipurpose refuge with a 140-square-foot footprint large enough to be used as a basecamp for expedition teams venturing far, far off grid. The brand manufacturers some of the toughest tents on Earth, designed to withstand the harshest conditions. In true German fashion, there’s nothing cute or novel about Heimplanet’s shelters. £399 at Terra Nova Heimplanet Mavericks Dome Tent Plus, they’re lightweight and pitch in less than five minutes. They’re legitimate shelter options, complete with A-frame construction, a waterproof shell, and four-season usability. The tents are more than just novelties, however. The company’s line of two-person tents is screen printed with various whimsical prints and patterns ranging from classic pop art to a brick-and-mortar pattern to a jumbo-sized David Bowie live in concert. British-born Field Candy is proof that tents can be the perfect canvas for self-expression. Tents needn’t be boring, purely functional pieces of camping kit. The included pump ensures the bubble stays inflated for however long you plan to camp.
The 100% transparent walls and roof are perfect for stargazing while backyard camping. Uttiny’s Bubble Tent is the perfect alternative for nature lovers, exhibitionists, and anyone who’s ever daydreamed of sleeping in a snow globe. One drawback with traditional tents is that their opaque design separates you from the outside world. This is a legit shelter with a fire-, water-, and rot-resistant construction and a Velcro “bathtub-style” groundsheet to completely seal it off from moisture and pests. That’s enough for hosting up to 24 people or three queen-sized beds comfortably. The 20-foot-diameter model boasts more than 300 square feet of floor space. Lotus Bell’s Outback Tent proves that, sometimes, bigger is better. Inside, the 155-inch floorplan will sleep up to eight expeditioners or serve as a lavish basecamp for one or two hunkered-down outdoorsmen. With a classic geodesic shape, it’s durable enough to withstand 70-plus-mph winds.
The simply named 2-Meter Dome is designed to survive the harshest conditions on earth, from the Himalayas to Antarctica and everywhere in between. The North Face’s Summit Series represents the brand’s flagship line of gear, targeting world-class athletes and adventurers. Prepare to be wowed, camping friends, because these are the world’s most extreme and extravagant tents. But there have been few significant changes in the design, features, and layout of these traditional backcountry shelters. Sure, clever outdoor brands have mostly perfected waterproofing and streamlined the setup process. The lowly camping tent has changed little in the past few decades.