Cimarron Nest Configuration

[kevin_t]

This will be a running thread of connecting nests in the Cimarron. First we offer two nests, the standard 2 person and the dual entrance BT2 nest. Both will work but differently and both have benefits / drawbacks.

The primary drawback of the standard single entry nest is that for two people , someone will have to crawl over the other however, this nest fits easily into either side.
The primary benefit of the BT2 nest is dual entrance / exit but the primary drawback is it will be much more fiddly to configure for use with a stove and will only be an easy configuration when used with a center pole. There are some effective , and honestly not hard work arounds, but I do no expect most users will want to fiddle with them.


First the standard nest:
The standard nest fits in one half. It is not really a drop in like it is with the LBO since we made the Cimarron a bit wider, however it is an easy fit.
What you will need
- Either cordage to attach to share stake loops or a smooth hook stake (titanium is great, but a cheap aluminum will work). These should be small diameter and have a hook style end.
- Cordage to make a prusik not to attach to the pole. 25 inches with a watermans knot will probably work well. Basically you make it into a continuous loop via the watermans knot and then do a prusik config near the top of the pole. There is likely some differences based on pole, and it may not work well if using a trekking pole , but it may. We much prefer a connection to the pole, so no tension is placed on the canopy and canopy integrity is maintained.
- A small biner or hook will make life easier overall
- A small bit of cordage to tension top of nest to prusik on the pole or to the S hook like attached to prusik on the pole.


Steps:
Step 1: Take cordage roughly 15 inches and thread through Line Loc tensioners on the 4 corner stake out points. (If you are using titanium stakes instead ignore this step). Now put a loop big enough for your tent canopy stakes to go through. Take the 4 corners and match to nearest stakes and tension until moderately taught.

Step 1 A: ( Only If using titanium stakes instead ), just stake it out under the canopy but far back in the shelter. This is going to be 2 -3 inches form each stake out
point.

Step 2: Attach prusik on pole near the top and if using a connecting device (not required but less fiddly) attach that
Step 3: Attach line from the tensioner on the apex of the nest and connect to prusik then tension tensioner or move prusik up to suite.

BT2 Style nest:
If using in the center follow these steps
Step 1 : Stake out 4 corners while center reinforcement of the nest is located where the tent center pole is.
Step 2: Put a prusik on the pole with a clip or S hook of sorts
Step 3: Connect drawstring to prusik hook and tension by sliding prusik up.

BT 2 Style non center based:
If using the BT2 style nest but trying to located it on a side (note it will fit most all 4 sides ok to decent.
Step 1: Stake 4 corners
Step2 : Gather fabric at top of BT 2 so there is tension on each side and it is at a height that doesn't hit the canopy. This is easier than it sounds , just sort of pull it up and grab it. Use a slip style knot around this gather and tension to the prusik


The BT 2 style nest is better for volume and has dual entrance / exit. It is not as comfy as floorless though and even though it has dual entrances it feels much more like a small tent than a large tent. Unless it is center based , the dual entrances will be hard to use, unless one exit is placed toward a tent exit.

The Standard nest is easier configuration and can work better when deployed on it's own.

[kevin_t]

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[ChrisS]

Would the dual-entrance nest work in a 8-man with or without the stove? I'm considering one or the other and would prefer a dual-entrance just so that sleep is less interrupted by late night calls to nature.

[kevin_t]

Yes but with some caveats / configuration. The dual entrance will be of no good to someone if that entrance is aligned in the middle of a wall so orienting it one toward zipper one toward center will be better for usage . You will need to do a prusik on the pole for tension


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