[Coleman] Touring Dome ST Review

We will introduce in detail the standard touring tent [Coleman Touring Dome ST] for those who do solo camping and touring camping!

overview

Compact and lightweight touring tents are a must-have camping gear for solo campers, bike and train campers.
Among many touring tents, the reasonable and easy-to-use [Coleman Touring Dome ST] is easy to handle even for beginners and is very popular.
Isn't it often seen at outdoor specialty stores and campsites?

What kind of tent is the Coleman Touring Dome ST?
The official website states:

The compact tent "Touring Dome", which is very popular for solo camping and touring camping, will appear in a natural color that blends in naturally. The touring dome is compact, but with a width of 210 centimeters, it is comfortable even for men and has a tall vestibule. It is a compact tent for one person that is easy to set up.

■Compact storage for convenient storage and movement
■Prevents rain from entering the room directly even in rainy weather, and the front compartment is convenient for storing luggage and shoes
■Pole pocket type that is easy to set up even by one person
■ If you have a canopy pole (sold separately), you can create a large sun and rain shelter in the vestibule.引用元：Coleman Official

Let's actually take a look at the specs and features of the Touring Dome ST.

spec

Here are the basic specs.

feature

In terms of size, the inner tent is 210cm long and 120cm wide, which is relatively spacious compared to other solo tents, so even an adult man won't feel any pressure.

Although it has a capacity of 1-2 people, it is intended for touring camps and solo camps, so if you have a lot of luggage or if you use it with two people, it will be a bit cramped. you may feel
When using with two people, we recommend Touring Dome LT, which is one size larger.

In addition, the large front room can be used as a small living room.
The water resistance is also about 1,500 mm, so it can be said that there is no problem with most rain and wind.
The mesh inner tent prevents condensation.
It's very Compact storage, so even bikes with load restrictions can be loaded with confidence. The weight is also about 4 kg, which is light for a solid build.

Attractiveness of Touring Dome ST

Introducing the recommended points of the Touring Dome ST.

Has a large vestibule

What appeals to me about the Touring Dome ST is the wide front room.
You want to reduce your luggage as much as possible at touring camps and solo camps.
At times like that, I am very grateful for the front room, which can be used as a tarp (requires two poles sold separately), or where you can store shoes, dirty gear, or other items you don't want to put inside the tent.

Easy to set up

Solo camps must be set up and taken down by one person.
The Touring Dome ST is constructed with only 3 frames, so it can be easily set up by a woman alone.
In addition, the fact that the inner tent has a pole pocket makes it easy to set up.
If you get used to it, you can set it up in about 15 minutes, including pegging.

Please refer to this video for detailed setup instructions.

Good ventilation

The inner tent is made of mesh material, and the front and back can be opened in two places.Ventilation is good.
There is a ventilation window on the top, so it is difficult for heat to build up even during summer camps.

cheap price

Despite all these features, compared to other similar productsReasonable and good cost performance is also the reason for its popularity.
No matter how cheap it is, if the quality is poor, you will be in trouble. However, Coleman boasts a long history and stable quality. It's highly functional and comfortable to live in, so it's no surprise that veteran campers love it.
In addition, since the after-sales service is solid, you can use it for a long time while maintaining it.

Can be stored compactly

Loadability is important for touring camping, but if you put it in the attached storage bag, it can be stored very compactly at about Φ19 x 49 cm.

It's easy to store, so you don't have to worry about putting it in a storage bag.

Demerit

I also examined the disadvantages of the Touring Dome ST.

• It's bulky even though it's a touring tent
• The attached pegs and ropes are cheap
• I want the poles to be made of aluminum

It seems that there are many opinions.

Certainly, I The included pegs are hard to hit on hard ground, so I use the ones I purchased separately.
The rope is also yellow, so I can't deny that it feels a little floating in nature, but from a safety point of view, it may be OK (I change it to a natural color one).

seems to be sufficient considering the cost performance, and I didn't find many disadvantages.
It seems like a tent that has more advantages than these disadvantages.

Touring Dome ST Series

The Coleman Touring Dome has several types in addition to the large LT.

Touring Dome ST+

The Coleman Touring Dome ST+ is a light-shielding model.
The biggest feature is that it uses a unique "dark room technology" that blocks more than 90% of sunlight and blocks more than 99.99% of UV.

The size does not change, but the flysheet is made of 75D polyester taffeta, which has high light blocking properties, and is highly waterproof (fly about 3,000mm/floor about 1,500mm) and blocks sunlight and UV rays. Even in the middle of the day, the inside of the tent is pitch black.
Since the inside of the tent gets dark, a clear roof window is provided at the top for daylighting.
As the fabric is thicker, the weight is about 300g heavier, but the storage size does not change.

Touring Dome Air ST+

Touring Dome Air ST+ has been released as a new model in 2023!
By improving the performance of the fabric, the ST+ tends to trap heat and air. 1.5 times more breathable, making the room cool and comfortable.
In addition, a mesh hanger is attached to which you can attach a reversible fan ventilation (sold separately).

It's rare to use fan ventilation in a tent for solo camping.
It's more expensive than ST/ST+, but it's recommended for those who want more comfort.

summary

How was everyone?
As you can see, the touring dome series has more variations and is becoming an increasingly popular touring tent.
Tents are one of the most important items that make camping comfortable. The Coleman Touring Dome ST, which is easy to set up and has a certain level of livability, can be said to be a recommended tent.

In recent years, the number of people who enjoy solo camping has increased, and styles such as solo camps and duo camps have become popular.
Touring tents will continue to evolve as various manufacturers focus on product development.
In addition, you can easily purchase a touring tent with many reasonable prices, so it is possible for families to own it as a second tent.

My daughter and I each own a touring dome ST, and we enjoy camping solo and multiple cousins by going camping with their own tents. increase.

If you have trouble choosing a touring tent, please try it as one of the candidates!