Description
Our Flagship Canvas Bell Tent.
Engineered for long-term use, the Fernweh canvas bell tent isto be both a beauty and a beast. This is the waterproof tent that started it all for Life Intents.
Made with the heaviest canvas on the market, the brute strength of the thick-plied double weave 11.5 oz (390 gsm) Army duck cotton canvas, will hold up in all seasons and last for generations. The natural light-colored fabric provides an elegance that can’t be matched any another 16′ bell tent in the wild. We like to say it’s adurable (adorable + durable).
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DETAILS
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Thickest and strongest 11.5oz (390 gsm) weighted canvas on the market.
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360 degree double sidewall can unzip & roll-up to reveal bug-free tent mesh screen for ventilation OR also unzip & roll-up mesh wall to let all of nature in.
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More interior room around the edges with 29.5” tall sidewalls.
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Waterproof + Mold + Fire resistant DoekTecTM canvas.
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Exclusive outer wall poles create greater form, function – reducing canvas wall drooping.
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Loads of room! The 16’ (5M) diameter provides 212 square feet of space. Room for up to 2 queen beds or 8 sleeping bags.
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16 oz PVC Floor is fully enclosed (and removable) keeps you dry in wet weather.
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4 screened large windows and door can be zipped open or closed.
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Bring in electrical or solar power through the dedicated rear zippered cord entry.
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2 sewn-in interior storage pockets to store your stuff.
SPECS & DIMENSIONS
WEATHER RESISTANCE
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WATERPROOF bell tent
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Mold & mildew resistant (reapplication likely needed after 180 days of use).
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Withstands wind gust up to 50 mph (when properly pitched).
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Extra thick canvas enhances insulation.
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Wood stove ready (includes stove jack hole).
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Snow capable.
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BUILT-IN FEATURES
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Built-in 4-inch ceiling stove jack for adding wood burning stove. You can adjust this yourself fit up to a 6” stove pipe.
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External wall poles that assists in creating the optimal form and function of your tent.
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Enclosed floor made of a waterproof PVC 16 oz. rip stop material.
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Dual mesh and canvas walls can be unzipped individually, or simultaneously, and rolled up around the entire perimeter to significantly encourage airflow.
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4 x screened windows can be exposed for airflow by unzipping their dedicated canvas cover.
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Dedicated power cord entry at the rear of the tent.
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2 internal pockets provide extra storage.
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Durable SBS zippers throughout.
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Ceiling ventilation points.
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Oversized storage bag with side straps for easier transportation.
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HARDWARE (inlcuded)
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Ships camp ready!
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1 x center pole (1.5″ diameter) and 1 x door pole (1″ diameter) made of galvanized steel, coated in brass.
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9’8″ tall metal center pole includes 2 hooks for hanging gear or lights.
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11 x aluminum outer wall poles to help with structural integrity and function of the roof eaves.
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12 x 10″ (10mm) powerfully secure rebar stakes – tough enough to penetrate rock beds.
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12 x 8″ (6mm) bell tent groundsheet stakes.
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12 x 6mm thick and reflective guy line ropes include aluminum sliders to tighten the canvas structure.
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Optional accessories to consider (but not required): Fly Cover (recommended), Ground Tarp (recommended), rugs, wood stove gear.
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DIMENSIONS
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Tent Footprint: 16 ft. 4 inch Diameter.
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Staked bell tent footprint: 25’ diameter is best for the guy lines
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Center height: 9’8”
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Wall height: 29.5”
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Door height: 5’10” at apex
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Shipping weight: 110 lbs. – so have a friend or a dolly handy
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Packed tent bag measures 45” x 15” x 15” (with poles removed)
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CARE & MAINTENANCE
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Printed Field Guide user manual (of course!).
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Steps to set-up a bell tent.
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Advice on canvas tent care article.
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Tips on building a tent platform article.
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Sorry, we do not currently offer in-house tent customizations.
Richard (verified owner) –
Excellent ventilation kept interior fresh, comfortable, and condensation-free overnight.
Richard (verified owner) –
Great value purchase, offering premium features at an affordable price.
Owen (verified owner) –
Reliable waterproof protection ensured dry sleeping conditions throughout stormy nights.
Paul (verified owner) –
Lightweight construction made carrying easier without sacrificing stability or durability.