For bathroom needs, I’m carrying a Kula Cloth for pee and a 3D-printed poop trowel with toilet paper. I got a Gossamer Gear ultralight umbrella because I think I’d die if I had to wear a rainsuit in 80-degree weather. Well, I’ll also bring my watch—a Coros ozark trail wagon Apex 2 Pro—a GoPro, and AirPods along with the necessary cords and charging mechanisms. After learning and working as a programmer for the past four years, I think it will feel weird not to have access to a large electronic device for four months.
So, right off the bat, you’re saving money because there is less soft goods material. The weight of this Ozark Trail is lighter than most of the same size alternative steel frame canopy tents, coming in right about 29 lbs. An argument can be made as to whether this is good or bad. From a positive perspective, the lightweight design increases portability which is certainly important in carrying the tent to its intended location.
Many newer tent brands like EZ-Up use revolutionary thumb lock sliders or larger easy to release buttons, which are a much better user experience when setting the canopy up or taking it down. With the push buttons you need to worry about pinching fingers or not being able to release the button when it gets rusted, which is never a pleasant experience. The legs extend to give ozark trail canopy the top peak a height of about 8’10” which will be plenty of headroom for anyone underneath. It’s worth highlighting that despite the advertised dimensions of the 10×10 Ozark Trail, because this is a slant leg shelter the top only measures 8×8. While it might not sound like much, that is a difference of 64 sq. Ft. of shade coverage which we find to be quite significant.
Plus, the levelness is a gift after the climbs we had today. I spent the last 1.5 years mostly unemployed and healing my traumatic brain injury. It was a grueling task, that felt painstakingly slow and never ending.
The frame is powder coated aluminum and steel with push button locking on the frame and height adjustments. The heavy 400D polyester top provides 99% UV protection and is water and fire resistant. There are 4 walls included and one of the walls has a zipper in the center for easy access under the canopy.
I also have a Swiss Army knife that I imagine will mostly be used for filing my nails. A random bandana will surely prove useful for some type of liquid or other. I have to bring hypoallergenic laundry sheets because I have an allergic reaction to scented detergents and don’t want to have to deal with a rash on the trail.