Love the guy outs, tipi seems much quieter in the wind. I have had several repairs done to it, most of them were self inflicted. Seek Outside 2922 I 70B Grand Junction, Colorado 81504 (970) 208-8108; Information In this video I show the set-up and some seam sealing. poco; Oct 4, 2018; For Sale; Replies 1 Views 466. The Kifaru Large stainless steel take-down stove is new, never used. It comes with two half floors, screen doors, stock pole, extra stakes, and was seam sealed by Seek Outside. How do you use the tipi stove combo to dry clothing, and how do you ventilate to prevent overheating? I have started this thread to review Seek Outsides 4 man Tipi that I purchased used in November of 2014. Higher performance criteria: smaller differences? James . This page was generated at 1 minute ago. I Spent the money and bought a Seek Outside 8man tipi. fabric with a liner. I now own the Colorado and DST tarps from Seek Outside plus the 8 man tipi. Kifaru tipi vs. Seek Outside tipi 11-09-2012, 15:46. It comes with a large stove and 1/2 liner. This 360-page book is a great resource for any Alaska moose hunter, regardless of experience level. Evan very good review. Here are my thoughts It is very easy to put up, seems very stable and is very warm and toasty with the stove in. WTS Kifaru Paratarp + Outdoor Reserach Helium Bivy LIGHTLY USED. the same username and password for all areas. Kifaru tipis are amazing. C. P. 8 man seek outside tipi and stove. Hi All I have now used the kifaru Tipi in anger! These two brands seem to be very similar with the exception of price. Emma, myself, 3 kids and the dog fitted in fairly well, we could not get all our gear inside, and had to rearrange stuff to accommodate sitting around in the daytime and sleeping at night. I got about 150 nights out of each before they each started to get UV 'failure'. Discover (and save!) I use the guys on every pitch. Email Address. Ended: May 30, 2020. Re: SO Redcliff vs. Kifaru Sawtooth by Akicita » Wed Jul 13, 2016 9:54 pm I have spent the last several months researching and gathering as much information as I could about the SO 6 Man Tipi, Kifaru 6 Man Tipi, Kifaru Sawtooth and SO Redcliff. Never seen a Sawtooth. Cheesehead. Visit Kifaru International or call 800-222-6139. This is the first in hopefully a series of videos about the tipi. … $1,550 + buyer pays shipping. I Spent the money and bought a Seek Outside 8man tipi. Then, add a titanium wood stove, and you’re easily over 8 lb (… Actually Surfbow, I had noticed the Seek Outside tepees before I made my initial post. Looking in to a 8 man tipi. Grab opposite door stake loop and stretch tipi out taut (not stretched). I really like the liner on my old canvas tent, and am leaning towards the seek outside in the new breathable camo, but their's only has a half liner option. Be aware that any of these lightweight stainless or titanium stoves can't be stoked up for the night, they will warp and eventually melt down. It comes with two half floors, screen doors, stock pole, extra stakes, and was seam sealed by Seek Outside. I had 2 kifaru 8 man tipis, one white and later a brown one and loved them both. He loved his BCS. May 4, 2020 #4 RidgeReaper208 Well-Known Member. My tipi is of different ripstop material than the newer silnylon models. Contact. The Seek Outside 6 Person Tipi isn’t a shelter you would typically find on Backpacking Light. These strings can be pulled taut to take slack out of the liner. New Member. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Put up the pole, adjust stakes if needed, fill in secondary stakes if needed, pound in all primary stakes. ... It’s Seek ... Outside’s 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY! I'm sure they are similar. Hunters use these to replace the large and cumbersome wall tents they traditionally used for base camps. These strings can be pulled taut to take slack out of the liner. I was have been looking at getting a Kifaru tipi of some type for a long time now. Huge amount of room and can carry all the weight I can handle, and comfortable while doing so. C. CoryLee OP. This was a excellent review. C. Joined: Jan 2016. High-end hiking, hunting and camping outdoor store featuring backpacks, shelters, clothing and accessories. I have owned and used a Kifaru paratipi over the past ten years. All times are GMT-9. My typical party size for big game hunts is 3-5 guys. Have been looking at Seek Outside's Silvertip teepee and Little Bug Out 3/4 tarp vs Kifaru's Paratarp. for a free forum account |  Upgrade to a Supporting Forum Membership | Manage Your Account/Update Password. We improve the all season backcountry experience by producing rugged, dependable, lightweight, high performance Tipi Tents, Hot Tent Systems, Titanium Wood Stoves and Backpacks that shine when the sun doesn't. The hunt will be the last week of August in Utah so real cold temps aren't expected, however daily rain is the norm. This is a review of the Seek Outside 12 person tent with titanium portable woodstove. I have kifaru gear and I am extremely impressed with all of it. Accessibility Help. I would agree it doesnt get anybetter than Kifaru costumer service. You could also look at their smaller tipis, the smallest is a 4 person. Thanks in advance for any and all input. The mountains of Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming. I have been researching tipis for the last couple months and in an attempt to find the lightest 6 man tipi/stove combo for backpack hunting I looked at Kifaru, TiGoat, Wyoming Lost and Found and Seek Outside. I went with Seek Outside. The color is brown. A comparison review of a Kifaru Tipi and a Seekoutside Tipi by Evan Hill of hillpeoplegear.com.... Jump to. Quality has three parts - Design, Craftsmanship, and Materials. Definitely go with a cheaper Kifaru-copy alternative, Seek Outside or otherwise. Then, add a titanium wood stove, and you’re easily over 8 l… Register Tipi was bought last May (2017) and only gently used once in a local campground. I have heard good opinions on the Cimarron. It did have load lifters that could go an extra 2" higher than the Stone Glacier, but that would have been too high for normal use and I never got a chance to see if it would have actually helped or not since I was just trying to keep the pack together. The bottom of the liner ties into the bottom part of the tent with several nylon strings. I have owned and used tipis from Kifaru, Seek Outside and Ti Goat in multiple sizes. New Member. There will be no discussion on how long the tent will last because I have not had it long enough to give an honest opinion. Thanks for the real world comparison. The Seek Outside Tipi is a large-footprint "hot tent" or "stove tent" (i.e., a tent with a built in stovepipe jack designed to be used with an ultralight titanium wood-burning stove). Press alt + / to open this menu. I started with an 8 man kifaru and got a 12 man soon after. My uncle bought one in 2005 and they would not put the guys in. The hunt will be the last week of August in Utah so real cold temps aren't expected, however daily rain is the norm. Send Alaska_Lanche a pm and ask him, he has used both. I have spent the last several months researching and gathering as much information as I could about the SO 6 Man Tipi, Kifaru 6 Man Tipi, Kifaru Sawtooth and SO Redcliff. 701-260-5332 You'll use it a few times and want to sell it after you and your wife begin to hate yourself for the mistake you made when you could have spent a little more and toted a few more ounces for a vastly more comfortable/larger backcountry home. That said I did retire both tents and moved on to Ti goat and Seek outside teepees. May 4, 2020 #4 RidgeReaper208 Well-Known Member. Register After reviewing Kifaru vs. Titanium Goat vs. Seek Outside I think I've decided upon a Seek Outside. The SEEK Outdoors company has very quality Colorado made products and great customer service! I haven't tried to heat up anything on my LiteOutdoors stove. Arch Stanton; Aug 21, 2020; Free Classifieds - Buy/Sell/Trade; Replies 2 Views 164. Joined Oct 31, 2012 Messages 121. Seek Outside looks like a god product/company worth more research. Our Customer service Motto is Seek Outside CARES (Communicate, Accountable, Responsible, Empathy, Solutions) for our customers. Details about Seek Outside 8 Person Tipi with XXL Stove similar to Kifaru See original listing. I don't think either company has a quality advantage, both are excellent. These stoves are very well designed and make your TipiTent experience much more comfortabel. Extra rope included. for a free forum account |  Upgrade to a Supporting Forum Membership |, http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-...hread_id=46555. The fit and finish on the Seek Outside pack was no where close to the Stone Glacier and it wasn't much cheaper. Seek Outside, Kifaru, Exo, Stone Glacier... it's hard to go wrong with any of these. Visit Kifaru stuff is not silnylon, and their custom service is second to none. I'm looking at purchasing a 12 man tipi with a few options, ( large wood burning stove, netting, full liner, and a couple nests). I added another liner and a nest to my order. I have put it to use a few times and decided to do an initial review. Alaska Outdoors This is a lot easier to set up or move around as needed than a wall tent or an Alaknak I would guess. There are many good pack companies to choose from these days. Would like comments on tent material concerning durability and ability to repel water. Kifaru, SG, Exo, Seek Outside,MR> Kuiu. I do not own a Kifaru but have two Seek Outside tipis with liners. I like the Seek Outside myself but there are great options from both company’s. We pack in all gear and food on our backs. At 6 lb 7.9 oz (2.9 kg) including the pole, it isn’t exactly light when compared to say, a solo tarp made of Cuben Fiber! The Seek Outside Stoves and the Kifaru stoves are rectangular and have a flat top. http://seekoutside.com/products/ultr...person-tipi/): Take your moose hunt to the next level! I really like the liner on my old canvas tent, and am leaning towards the seek outside in the new breathable camo, but their's only has a half liner option. Spent last night on the river camping under my Megatarp. The Paratarp gets used in the daypack when I want the option of staying overnight but don't really plan on it. Welcome! Call or text for pictures! Subscribe to our newsletter. Is the 6 man worth the extra half pound in weight? Posts: 6. Only time and more use will tell how well it holds up, but so far, so good. I have a little experience with Kifaru in that I have the DT1 pack, and I only have good things to say about it. After some comparison between Kifaru and Seek Outside, I knew that this BCS/George Tent spinoff was my next purchase. You must log in or register to reply here. Solo Inner Compatible Tipi Tent Manufacturers. Any opinions would be greatly appreciated on these shelters. Looking to replace my very old army surplus squad tent with something lighter. I stumbled across Seek Outside after seeing Kifarus Tipis on hunting forums. Any opinions would be greatly appreciated on these shelters. Purchase and Download for $19.99 at the following links: Apple Devices. I didn't receive anything in exchange for this review, but I would LOVE to, so if you end up buying one, please tell them you heard of them from Surviving Montana! Oct 8, 2018. rmyoung1. Stone glacier is also coming out with a … The color is brown. And man when the weather gets bad the stove sure comes in handy. Eastmans’ is a three generation media based hunting company whose goal is to promote the pursuit of elk hunting, deer hunting and all western big game. Please use However, I am considering finding a "standable" smaller shelter for my individual needs. Joined Aug 30, 2009 Messages 1,610 Location North Carolina. your account management area, forums and University require login. SO Redcliff vs. Kifaru Sawtooth 1, 2, 3 by njc89 » Mon May 30, 2016 2:04 am 20 Replies 7547 Views Last post by reaper Mon Jul 18, 2016 11:54 pm; Tipi Stakes by 1soltmann » Sun Jul 10, 2016 2:02 am 1 Replies 1012 Views Last post by kevin_t Sun Jul 10, 2016 1:42 pm; Shelter Selection Advice by dhargo » Wed Jun 01, 2016 10:18 pm 8 Replies Am i happy with the SO? Facebook. Love them. James . Our Customer service Motto is Seek Outside CARES (Communicate, Accountable, Responsible, Empathy, Solutions) for our customers. Orient sleeping area or stove as needed. I just recently started looking at Seekoutside Tipis and have realized that they seem to be some real competition. Tipi was bought last May (2017) and only gently used once in a local campground. (You can’t reach these once the tipi is up.) I have really come to love the floorless design. I've read a few reviews and threads on various brands of tipi tents (kifaru and seek outside in particular) and I am curious how well they stand up in big storms. 01:07:51 – 01:08:30 How do you get over the fear of going floorless? I have a Kifaru sawtooth and 12 man Tipi. Selling my 8 man, comes with pole,stakes, medium box stove, and liner. I currently backpack hunt for my big game trips annually in both OR and WA, but also take the wife and dogs in the summers on scouting trips. Talk about setting up on snow, and dealing with mud in the shelter 00:01:28 – 00:15:30. I haven't tried to heat up anything on my LiteOutdoors stove. The Alaska Moose Hunting Guidebook is now available for Apple devices and for Amazon Kindle. I have no complaints with the two Kifaru products I have, "The customer did fill their bear tag though". Details about Seek Outside Courthouse Tent Tipi w/ Large Titanium Wood Stove sim to Kifaru See original listing. Winning bid: US $990.00 [ 5 bids] Shipping: $15.00 Standard Shipping | See details . All I had to do was watch a video of all the "setbacks" you had to remember to stake it out to decide I was too much of a retard to set it up twice a year. Contact. I'm glad to see this thread getting added to over the years. Any thoughts or experiences on either? Seek Outside 2922 I 70B Grand Junction, Colorado I put this video together to show the different tents/shelters I use in the backcountry. The top of the liner clips on to the top portion of the tent. May 25, 2016 #12 genesis273 Well-known member. Absolutely. JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER. All have worked flawlessly and kept me dry when I've used them. Seek Outside Forums. I just bought a Kifaru 12 man tipi. Would I recommend the kifaru? Ended: Jul 01, 2020. For your security, JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER. With the pack and frame being so light, I was expecting it to not feel as comfortable, but it actually felt better than the kifaru. 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