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Alright gang, so I'm planning on going to Bonnaroo this year with just a canopy. This set-up is widely recommended, and I just wanted to hone in on what exactly to do to make this set-up successful. Here's some things that I've got for it so far: 1. Sleeping situation. Many people suggest cots, but I was thinking of just bringing a mattress pad and just sleeping on that with a sleeping bag. Would this be sufficient? 2. Making sure the canopy doesn't fly away in case of a storm: seems like strong stakes and zip tying gallon water jugs does the trick. 3. Walls. Now this is the one area I'm not 100 percent on yet. Seems like tarps and tapestries do the trick, but what about heavy rain potentially weighing down the canopy's fly on top? Also, what's the best way to set up the tarps for maximum air flow? Best way to secure the tarps so that rain doesn't sneak in?
Any other tips and suggestions would be greatly appreciated
My 10x10 ez up is plenty space for my queen mattress and 2 chairs, ice chest, and walking space. So, really, sleeping comes down to whatever you're comfortable with. We used stakes last year to keep it from flying away, and this year I bought longer stakes. Last year I went and bought a ton of shower curtains to use as my walls, however, this year i've purchased the walls that are meant for my ez up. Last year we used duct tape to piece the shower curtains together (they also are meant for showering and keeping water out) and I'm not sure how the walls will do this year. I have a ton of tarps I'll be bringing. One for my ground, and extra for the roof or wherever they will need to go. I also bought a huge pack of 500 zip tines online (in neon colors) as well as duct tape bc you never really know.
I think you will be fine for small amounts of rain but honestly.......
If it is a downpour and turns into mudaroo 2015, we are all fucked, no matter how well prepared we think we are.
Alright gang, so I'm planning on going to Bonnaroo this year with just a canopy. This set-up is widely recommended, and I just wanted to hone in on what exactly to do to make this set-up successful. Here's some things that I've got for it so far: 1. Sleeping situation. Many people suggest cots, but I was thinking of just bringing a mattress pad and just sleeping on that with a sleeping bag. Would this be sufficient? 2. Making sure the canopy doesn't fly away in case of a storm: seems like strong stakes and zip tying gallon water jugs does the trick. 3. Walls. Now this is the one area I'm not 100 percent on yet. Seems like tarps and tapestries do the trick, but what about heavy rain potentially weighing down the canopy's fly on top? Also, what's the best way to set up the tarps for maximum air flow? Best way to secure the tarps so that rain doesn't sneak in?
Any other tips and suggestions would be greatly appreciated
1. Cots are a little better IMO, but a mattress pad should be good. 2. Stakes and lines have been sufficient for me, but I like the water jug idea. 3. I zip tie my tarps right to my canopy, inside the drip line. I put tarps on all 4 sides, you can put 2 on the east side if it's too hot in the morning. And on your "door" side, use bungies or more zip ties to prop the tarp open.
Don't forget your battery powered fan for the mornings.
With all that being said, I bought a 5x7 tent that I'll be putting under my canopy this year. I may end up sleeping outside of it and using it for storage though.
Alright gang, so I'm planning on going to Bonnaroo this year with just a canopy. This set-up is widely recommended, and I just wanted to hone in on what exactly to do to make this set-up successful. Here's some things that I've got for it so far: 1. Sleeping situation. Many people suggest cots, but I was thinking of just bringing a mattress pad and just sleeping on that with a sleeping bag. Would this be sufficient? 2. Making sure the canopy doesn't fly away in case of a storm: seems like strong stakes and zip tying gallon water jugs does the trick. 3. Walls. Now this is the one area I'm not 100 percent on yet. Seems like tarps and tapestries do the trick, but what about heavy rain potentially weighing down the canopy's fly on top? Also, what's the best way to set up the tarps for maximum air flow? Best way to secure the tarps so that rain doesn't sneak in?
Any other tips and suggestions would be greatly appreciated
1. Cots are a little better IMO, but a mattress pad should be good. 2. Stakes and lines have been sufficient for me, but I like the water jug idea. 3. I zip tie my tarps right to my canopy, inside the drip line. I put tarps on all 4 sides, you can put 2 on the east side if it's too hot in the morning. And on your "door" side, use bungies or more zip ties to prop the tarp open.
Don't forget your battery powered fan for the mornings.
With all that being said, I bought a 5x7 tent that I'll be putting under my canopy this year. I may end up sleeping outside of it and using it for storage though.
Last year with the shower curtains, I just rolled them up and tied them at the top of my canopy so I had plenty of wind flowing. My walls for my ez up are nifty and I should be able to do the same thing this year. But when I left for centeroo, I made sure everything was down and boarded up in case of rain. I'm not sure how other people do it, but when I leave for centeroo, I put EVERYTHING inside my car, including my sheets and bedding. I pull it out every night and make my bed. The only thing left out is the mattress, ice chest, and chairs. I placed the chairs, folded up, on my air mattress so it wouldn't blow away.
Last year we tied a flashlight to the top of my canopy for lighting bc well, I forgot lighting. This year I've bought some solar string lights to place inside my canopy for night time use. I bought a fan you place at the top of your tent that also serves as a light. Should be easy to zip tie if needed. And 2 huge battery powered fans to keep it all cool.
Post by SilentEyedStorm on Jun 4, 2015 10:52:45 GMT -5
I sleep in a portable hammock. For walls, I use fabric shower curtains that have a couple velco closures to join each together and strong clamps to secure them to each leg. It allows for great airflow and total privacy if desired. I wouldn't want to sleep on a mattress pad. Not all areas are level and if it rains...... I'd want to be up off the ground a bit.
2013~Bonnaroo, Gentlemen of the Road-Troy 2014~McDowell Mountain, Beale Street, Bonnaroo, Riot Fest 2015~Coachella 1, Bonnaroo 2016~Summer Camp, Bonnaroo, Live on the Green, Pilgrimage 2017~Bonnaroo, Live on the Green, Pilgrimage 2018~Bonnaroo
"During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act" 2019~BROKE 2020~M'fking COVID 2021~ditto 2022~tbd
I don't use the walls for my EZ-up. Instead, I hang tapestries around it. That lets a breeze blow through, if there is one. Granted, my setup is a little lacking if there is a big storm - and I had to throw away the air mattress I bought two years ago because of the rain that hit overnight Sunday.
1. Cots are a little better IMO, but a mattress pad should be good. 2. Stakes and lines have been sufficient for me, but I like the water jug idea. 3. I zip tie my tarps right to my canopy, inside the drip line. I put tarps on all 4 sides, you can put 2 on the east side if it's too hot in the morning. And on your "door" side, use bungies or more zip ties to prop the tarp open.
Don't forget your battery powered fan for the mornings.
With all that being said, I bought a 5x7 tent that I'll be putting under my canopy this year. I may end up sleeping outside of it and using it for storage though.
Last year with the shower curtains, I just rolled them up and tied them at the top of my canopy so I had plenty of wind flowing. My walls for my ez up are nifty and I should be able to do the same thing this year. But when I left for centeroo, I made sure everything was down and boarded up in case of rain. I'm not sure how other people do it, but when I leave for centeroo, I put EVERYTHING inside my car, including my sheets and bedding. I pull it out every night and make my bed. The only thing left out is the mattress, ice chest, and chairs. I placed the chairs, folded up, on my air mattress so it wouldn't blow away.
Last year we tied a flashlight to the top of my canopy for lighting bc well, I forgot lighting. This year I've bought some solar string lights to place inside my canopy for night time use. I bought a fan you place at the top of your tent that also serves as a light. Should be easy to zip tie if needed. And 2 huge battery powered fans to keep it all cool.
Do you have a link to the fan you place at the top of your tent that also serves as a light? Do you like the one you got? I may do that too.
I sleep in a portable hammock. For walls, I use fabric shower curtains that have a couple velco closures to join each together and strong clamps to secure them to each leg. It allows for great airflow and total privacy if desired. I wouldn't want to sleep on a mattress pad. Not all areas are level and if it rains...... I'd want to be up off the ground a bit.
What portable hammock do you use? I bought this oen and it was awful.
I sleep in a portable hammock. For walls, I use fabric shower curtains that have a couple velco closures to join each together and strong clamps to secure them to each leg. It allows for great airflow and total privacy if desired. I wouldn't want to sleep on a mattress pad. Not all areas are level and if it rains...... I'd want to be up off the ground a bit.
How do you set up your hammock? I would love to use mine but couldn't figure out a way to hang it.
Also, I agree with the mattress pad sentiment. Cots are perfect.
Last year with the shower curtains, I just rolled them up and tied them at the top of my canopy so I had plenty of wind flowing. My walls for my ez up are nifty and I should be able to do the same thing this year. But when I left for centeroo, I made sure everything was down and boarded up in case of rain. I'm not sure how other people do it, but when I leave for centeroo, I put EVERYTHING inside my car, including my sheets and bedding. I pull it out every night and make my bed. The only thing left out is the mattress, ice chest, and chairs. I placed the chairs, folded up, on my air mattress so it wouldn't blow away.
Last year we tied a flashlight to the top of my canopy for lighting bc well, I forgot lighting. This year I've bought some solar string lights to place inside my canopy for night time use. I bought a fan you place at the top of your tent that also serves as a light. Should be easy to zip tie if needed. And 2 huge battery powered fans to keep it all cool.
Do you have a link to the fan you place at the top of your tent that also serves as a light? Do you like the one you got? I may do that too.
i havent tested it yet sooooo i'm not sure. It's gotta be better than nothing right? Last year on a non roo camping trip, my mom took my battery operated fan and zip tied it to the top of her traditional tent (not an ez up) and it cooled everyone down quick bc it was blowing down on us. I could always do that if this fan/light combo doesn't work out well lol
I sleep in a portable hammock. For walls, I use fabric shower curtains that have a couple velco closures to join each together and strong clamps to secure them to each leg. It allows for great airflow and total privacy if desired. I wouldn't want to sleep on a mattress pad. Not all areas are level and if it rains...... I'd want to be up off the ground a bit.
What portable hammock do you use? I bought this oen and it was awful.
It's a Vivere hammock and stand. It breaks down into a few pieces and fits in a bag about the size of my EZ-Up
2013~Bonnaroo, Gentlemen of the Road-Troy 2014~McDowell Mountain, Beale Street, Bonnaroo, Riot Fest 2015~Coachella 1, Bonnaroo 2016~Summer Camp, Bonnaroo, Live on the Green, Pilgrimage 2017~Bonnaroo, Live on the Green, Pilgrimage 2018~Bonnaroo
"During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act" 2019~BROKE 2020~M'fking COVID 2021~ditto 2022~tbd
1/30: Cold War Kids
2/6: Cherub
4/22: The Mountain Goats
5/25: Laura Jane Grace "Killing Me Loudly"
5/31: The Decemberists
6/11-6/14: BONNAROO 2015
6/28: Against Me!
6/30: Against Me!
2013~Bonnaroo, Gentlemen of the Road-Troy 2014~McDowell Mountain, Beale Street, Bonnaroo, Riot Fest 2015~Coachella 1, Bonnaroo 2016~Summer Camp, Bonnaroo, Live on the Green, Pilgrimage 2017~Bonnaroo, Live on the Green, Pilgrimage 2018~Bonnaroo
"During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act" 2019~BROKE 2020~M'fking COVID 2021~ditto 2022~tbd
Air mattress as a sleeping place? It is very compact and lightweight (here's a review ), at least I always take one for campings. It is never cold to sleep on one when it is cold outside (sure because it is air huh), and never too hot when it's warm. I also like it because it is portable, I usually carry mine in a small bag and it really doesn't occupy much space. The pump is build in and automatic, I think it is the biggest advantage. Modern air mattresses are even more advanced, they are very comfortable comparing to earlier models, provide with good support, usually offered with solid guarantee (up to 1 year what is a rather significant term for this type of mattresses).
Air mattress as a sleeping place? It is very compact and lightweight (here's a review ), at least I always take one for campings. It is never cold to sleep on one when it is cold outside (sure because it is air huh), and never too hot when it's warm. I also like it because it is portable, I usually carry mine in a small bag and it really doesn't occupy much space. The pump is build in and automatic, I think it is the biggest advantage. Modern air mattresses are even more advanced, they are very comfortable comparing to earlier models, provide with good support, usually offered with solid guarantee (up to 1 year what is a rather significant term for this type of mattresses).
But what if it rains? Your mattress offers no protection from getting drenched.
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