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I figure since this has become a sticky thread, I would share some options I found for others to reference:
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Overlanding and Autism
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I always take a 10x10 popup awning with me (with bug screen walls). While we have never been forced to use it as a bug free zone it makes a great place for a kitchen or place to escape the weather. Yeah a rack mounted super awning with walls would be nice but that is a want and not a need. I got one of the Gazelle "four man" tents from the OB store for the family, great tent, easy setup/teardown and a great safe zone for the boy. Not compact when packed however; neither is the awning.
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I am looking at needs and build up to wants later on as things evolve and how rest of family takes to overlanding. My son is my sidekick so I know I have a +1 always lol.
I have been looking at Gazelle T4+ for the 4 of us and using the screened area for the wife to get out of sun and for a safe zone for my son and hopefully his service dog one day.
Realistically how is the back T4 section for a family of 4 , 2 adults and 2 kids ?
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"back T4 section" ???
We have had three in it and four would be a squeeze (for us). Joel and I are both at least 6 ft tall and mom sleeps on a big air mattress. Four with small kids would be doable, but not with adult sized kids. My only "complaint" is its size stowed - but I knew that going in, otherwise love the quality, features, tall roof and it is super easy/quick to deploy. I don't normally sleep in a tent and this was bought to help the family but I really like it. Pretty cavernous and not paper thin - I would buy it again. Have never used it in the rain. The blow up solar usb light on the OB store makes a great companion to the tent ;)
This OB video was instrumental in making the decision; it did not hurt that it was filmed a stone's throw from where my wife grew up.
Let me know if you have other questions, been wanting to pull it out of the attic and deploy on the lawn once the forecast gets better.
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@Greg Eigsti I had not seen that particular video yet. I have been looking for a video or pictures of “4” people set up in so that I could see the room. That video however is very informative.
They have a T4+ which is basically the T4 plus a screened room which isfrom what I can tell the same size of the usual T4. The non screen roomed part is what I was referring too when I said back section.
I am looking at the T4 plus and the Core 9 Person Instant with the Gazelle T6 Gazebo.
An all in one would be better which is what I like about the GaZelle T4+.
They have a T4+ which is basically the T4 plus a screened room which isfrom what I can tell the same size of the usual T4. The non screen roomed part is what I was referring too when I said back section.
I am looking at the T4 plus and the Core 9 Person Instant with the Gazelle T6 Gazebo.
An all in one would be better which is what I like about the GaZelle T4+.
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Thanks! I'll have to go take another look at the Gazelles, wonder if mine can be "upgraded"?
Edit - the T4+ looks awesome, the "inner sanctum" could be very handy.
Edit - the T4+ looks awesome, the "inner sanctum" could be very handy.
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I saw a video in which I noticed the screens in the screen area where covered up but I can’t find actual information on how the screen room converts into second sleeping area with privacy.
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I'm wondering if they could help out if you contacted them directly and told them what you were looking for and why? They might have some ideas/possibilities that you would never see on the web site. Just wondering since they sell replacement parts for everything and may have mix and match suggestions?
I saw a really cool hunting camp where they had a nice big canvas tent that opened up under a popup awning with walls/screens. Nice big protected family entrance area with kitchen and additional privacy beyond in the tent. I have though about butting my Gazelle up to the edge of the awning to try it out. You can also get nice 10x20 popup awnings that sleep 6 cots easily or you can split it down the middle for different rooms.
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I actually have a different thread asking about ground tents and have gotten so great suggestions as well on there.
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Ground tent options for family 4 + 1
Hi, Sorry ahead of time for the newbie question... I have been doing a lot of research lately as I convert from off-roaring to overlanding. I am looking at RTTs, trailers, ground tents, etc. I have seen a lot of YouTube videos and read a lot of articles, posts, etc. I am looking for a more...
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I’m going to jump in on the GT conversation... I’m looking at purchasing the Gazelle T4+ here in the nearly short future. I’ll have a good review done by the beginning of June.
I think it’s great to see all these positive posts! Children and or people with autism have lives that are worth living with lots of adventures! It just takes patience, flexibility, care and love and some more patience thrown in, to find the boundaries, positives and negatives to make things work.
I'm still working on a bug solution for Sterling. I've used sprays, bracelets, a tent, and a bunch of stuff. Everything works ok, but mileage varies based on the bugs in your area. One thing, bring red lights for night. He's not afraid of the dark anymore, but when he was, it was screaming about the dark, then the light goes on then screaming about bugs. Red light doesn't attract as many bugs. I have the cheap LED strips on my house battery setup, works perfectly.
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That would be great. The most in depth one I found so far was in Russian which I don’t speak, but the video did show some flaps in the screened area which I can only hope they roll out to provide privacy since the tent is marketed as a 4-8 person.
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I found another thread on her regarding the Gazelle tents, figured I would share.
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Gazelle Tent
I did an unboxing of the Gazelle T4 tent. I must say it looks like it will work out great. The bag has some nice features for carrying it and the price was right on a Christmas deal right of Gazelles website. I can't wait to get it out and try it. Check out my video.
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We have Colin an Outdoor Research hat that has bug repellant built into the fabric. It also has a flap that comes down over the neck and ears area that keeps most of the flys away from that area. Works really well for us. Not sure if its going to fit him anymore. Might have to buy a new adult version. The little bugger is getting quite big! On another note, we are getting him a new travelling companion this summer to. A Labrador Retriever. Hes been everything from S&*^Tbaked to enamoured by dogs so we figure the time is right to get him a lab puppy and it will grow and go on adventures as part of the the Austim Family Travels Family!
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If only Ayden, my son, would wear a hat... bit it will be worth a try. Thanks for the information.
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I have on YouTube but I haven’t found one that throughly explains or shows the front screen area get converted. But I keep looking. Thanks
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Thanks to everyone involved, now we have a new forum sections for individual threads. Thanks to @diabetiktaco @Nomadik Nova @Kent R and @jimsog
