If you’ve seen some of my recent posts, then you’ll know that I just got back from a trip in Alaska and where I attempted to go on a fishing trip down the Copper River, but it was cancelled due to rough waters and heavy wind.

Well, while I was down there I remember feeling sorry for some of the people who had tents that were blowing all over the beach. Some of them weren’t able to withstand the strong winds, even if they were guarded by some trees and hills and staked to the ground.

Well, needless to say, we didn’t have any problem with our Cabela’s Alaskan Guide Tent (pictured right, without the outer shell). Yeah, I know, it’s cheesy that “Alaska” is in the model name and yes those are my Cheetos on the floor.

Anyways, the tent held up great. The only problem we had with it was when we were trying to find ways to keep it from blowing off during set-up. But once we got it staked and supported, that thing wasn’t going anywhere.

Once we were inside, the walls of the tent withstood the strongest winds outside that were not only knocking over other people’s tents, but the people as well.

Although our version of the Guide Tent is well over a decade old, you know that the latest version has got to be just as good, if not better.

The latest Alaskan Guide Tent is priced between $269.99-$599.99. And the price is based on whether you want a 4, 6 or 8-man tent.

The fiberglass poles I know for a fact hold up to the strong winds and the wind didn’t penetrate a bit through the walls.

The only negative thing I have to say about it is that since we had the 8 man version, it was just a tad heavy, so if you plan on going on long hikes, it may weigh you down.

Photo Source: Cabela’s