Big House 4 - Past Season

$400.00 $549.95

SKU: 258548

THREE SEASON, FREE STANDING, BASE/CAR CAMPING TENTS

The redesigned Big House 4 tent is a big deal for car campers and the perfect sized shelter for housing the whole family under one “roof”. Big enough for rainy afternoon card games under cover or for road trippin’ mountain bikers who prefer to stand up in their shelter while changing into something more comfortable. Optional Accessory Vestibule can convert these base camping tents from a simple structure to a cavernous escape from the sun or an unexpected change in weather. Shelter Mode lets you pitch it as a covered shelter without the tent body, and the backpack-style carry bag makes lugging gear from the car to the campsite more convenient than ever. 

Features

High-volume architecture provides a cavernous shelter built for the car-camping family or bike-riding buddies who want to stand up to change

The extra-large, pole-supported Accessory Vestibule is convenient for those trips when you need more space for camp chairs, bikes, dogs and all the extras - sold separately

Two large, smooth-opening doors featuring widows with two closure options: mesh only for ventilation or zip up the polyester layer for complete closure

Quick Stash door keeper on tent body door makes stowing unzipped door quick and easy

Storm flaps on door zippers

Shelter Mode set up option creates a large, open shelter ideal for providing shade on hot days

Shelter Mode set up requires fly, poles and included webbing harness. Can also be set up using the footprint that is sold separately, in place of webbing harness.

Removable corner bin pockets for stashing all sorts of sundries
Extra large welcome mat on front door for keeping dirty shoes out of your tent

Color-coded webbing and buckles for easy set up

Pole-securement points located on interior of rainfly provide perfect pitch and extra stability

Ready to pitch; with pre-cut guylines and tensioners attached to fly

Reflective guylines and reflective webbing

To extend the life of your tent floor we recommend using a Big Agnes footprint - sold separately

Specs

Trail Weight 11lb 2oz
Total Weight 12lb 14oz
Packed Size 26" x 13" x 7"
Floor Area 57ft²
Head Height 70"
Fast Fly / Shelter Mode Weight 7lb
Footprint Weight 15oz


Materials

Fly and floor are polyester with a 1500mm waterproof polyurethane coating

Tent body is breathable polyester, coated polyester and nylon mesh

All seams taped with waterproof polyurethane tape

DAC DA17 lightweight aluminum pole set

Plastic clips and sleeves attach tent body to pole frame 

4 interior mesh pockets, 2 removable corner bin pockets, 2 media pockets & 14 lightweight aluminum hook stakes 

Multiple interior loops for attaching gear lofts, accessories and mtnGLO® Tent & Camp Lights

Tents include backpack-style carry bag with adjustable shoulder straps, webbing handles, and zip closure

Webbing harness included for use in Shelter Mode set up

Footprint - sold separately

Accessory vestibule - sold separately

Shelter Mode and Fast Fly setup available

Fits the Square, Trapezoid, large Trapezoid and Triangle gear lofts - sold separately

Imported

Care

Tent and Footprint Cleaning and Care Instructions:

Storage:

Always make sure your tent is dry and free of debris before storing. Fold and roll your tent a different way each time to avoid permanent creases. Store in a cool, dry place. Never leave your tent in hot temperatures (such as a car trunk or attic space) for long periods of time, as it will damage the material coatings. Storing your tent damp can result in mildew growth, which may cause your tent to smell, leak, or delaminate. Mildew damage is not covered under warranty.

Cleaning:

For light cleaning, sponge the product with warm water (not hot).

For more thorough cleaning you will need:
-Wash basin (or bath tub)-Warm water (not hot)
-Waterproof Gear Cleaner (we recommend products like Nikwax Tech Wash)
-Sponge

1. Submerge your gear in warm, clean water. Gently agitate with hands. Empty dirty water. Repeat until most of the excess dirt/grime is removed and water is mostly clear.
2. Apply waterproof gear specific wash and gently work into fabric with sponge.
3. Rinse gear thoroughly.
4. Hang it up to dry.
5. Triple check that your gear is completely dry before storage or use.

*Do not dry clean or machine-wash. Detergents and dry cleaning solvents will damage the fabric and ruin waterproofing.
*Never use hot water, bleach, liquid detergents, or dishwashing liquids.
*Allow to dry COMPLETELY before storage or use.
*Avoid prolonged direct sunlight as UV exposure can compromise waterproofing.

Seam Sealing:

Big Agnes tents are seam sealed as part of our manufacturing process! This seam tape alone is durable enough to prevent water leakage. Any seams that have been taped do not need to be seam sealed with a liquid sealer unless you want extra protection. Make sure the seam-sealer is completely dry before re-packing your tent. Damage caused by misapplication may void warranty.

Zippers:

Keeping your zippers clean will help keep the coils and sliders from wearing out. If filled with dirt, vacuum or brush zippers before storing tent. We recommend Gear Aid Zipper Cleaner and Lubricant.