Coleman BackHome Instant Shelter - 13x13

Comments about Coleman BackHome Instant Shelter - 13x13:

I use it mainly for shade at volleyball tournaments and on our deck occasionally. I indicated that it collects condensation. I think every canopy will do that in the right conditions.

It is an easy 3-5 minute assembly for two people. It takes more than twice as long for one person to set it up. The canopy is sturdy if you set it up properly. The dark guy lines are difficult to see. It would have been nice if they were brighter. Someone ran into one at a volleyball tournament. The canopy is noticeably less sturdy if you do not stake the guy lines. This is not an issue if there is no wind.

My wife used it on the deck this past weekend and didn't tie it to the railing like I asked. The wind blew it off of the deck and it flipped over into our yard, where it collapsed. I thought it was ruined. It turned out that one of the locking mechanisms released. Everything was fine, not a single pole was bent.

I don't think you can find a better 13' x 13' canopy for this price. The legs are spaced 10' apart and the canopy overhangs 18" past the poles on each side. I am happy with my purchase.

Comments about Coleman BackHome Instant Shelter - 13x13:

We LOVED this product. Took it camping with us. It was heaven.[...] (the tent material providing the cover) and was told that they don't sell that piece. In other words, if you get a major tear, you're screwed. And that happened to us during a wind blast. It tore open at one seam.