Assembly Instructions for a Timberline Dome Tent

Eureka Timberline tents rely on a proven A-frame design that provides the user with a large and roomy tent in a relatively light weight. Care should be taken when setting up the tent to follow the correct procedures so you can avoid damaging the tent and incurring frustration. Practicing setting up your tent before you go out on your first trip is always a smart idea.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

Hammer (optional)

Step 1

Unroll and lay out the tent on a level area that is clear of branches, roots and rocks. If it's windy, stake the leading edge corner of the tent down. Otherwise don't stake the tent yet.

Step 2

Assemble the four shock-corded poles by carefully seating each segment together.

Step 3

Slide the tapered end of a pole into the diagonal hole on the short tent junction pole. The junction pole is marked UP RT. Orient the marked section up and to the right. This will ensure the poles go in at the proper angle. Place the opening at the other end of the pole onto a corner pin at the front of the tent. Repeat with another pole and the same junction pole.

Step 4

Repeat Step 3 with two poles at the back of the tent. This will create two A-frame structures--one in the front and one in the back.

Step 5

Place the spanner pole between the two A-frame structures. Leave the segments of the spanner pole apart as you insert the ends into the center holes of the junction poles, then snap the spanner pole together to complete the frame of the tent.

Step 6

Pull the shock-corded loop of the tent--one at the front, one at the back--over the junction poles to suspend the tent body. Snap the tent clips on the corners of the tent onto the tent poles.

Step 7

Stake the corners of the tent down with the stakes and a hammer if necessary.

Step 8

Drape the tent fly over the spanner pole and insert the ends of the spanner pole into the pockets sewn onto the ends of the fly.

Step 9

Pull out the two straps on each side of the tent and stake them down to pull the tent fly taut.

Article Written By Nichole Liandi

Based in Virginia, Nichole Liandi has been a freelance writer since 2005. Her articles have appeared on various print and online publications. Liandi has traveled extensively in Europe and East Asia and incorporates her experiences into her articles. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in history from West Virginia University.

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