Cimarron Nest Configuration
Posted: Thu Apr 16, 2015 3:13 pmThis 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.
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.
