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Kelty Tallboy Family Car Camping Tent, 4 or 6 Person Freestanding Shelter, Large Capacity, Stuff Sack Included. 2022

4.2 out of 5 stars 143 ratings
Price: $169.95 $299.99 Free Returns on some sizes and colors
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Brand Kelty
Product Dimensions 96"L x 85"W x 70"H
Item Weight 5262 Grams
Floor Width 6.3 Yards
Recommended Uses For Product Camping & Hiking, Car Camping
Shape Dome
Occupancy 4 Person
Seasons 3 Season, Summer, Fall, Spring
Included Components Kelty TALLBOY Family + Car Camping Tent, 4 or 6 Person Freestanding Overnight Shelter, Large Capacity, Tall Height, Stuff Sack Included See more
Water Resistance Technology 1500 Mm

About this item

  • 68D Polyester, No-see-um Mesh, Hybrid Fiberglass Poles
  • Made in the USA
  • Maximizing overhead height, offering voluminous internal space, and providing ease of set-up at an affordable price, the four-person Kelty Tallboy 4 tent is a great option for cost-conscious camping families.
  • Measuring 85” x 96”, the tent provides 57 square feet of internal space. Its 70” peak height provides excellent overhead space and eliminates the need for ducking. The large single door provides easy entry and exit
  • Three wrapped fiberglass poles are used to provide freestanding structure, Sleeves integrated into the tent body make set-up easy and intuitive
  • Mesh on the tent body provides ventilation for combating condensation build-up and keeping you cool during warm weather. The durable 68D PU-coated polyester floor and rainfly protect the tent from wind and rain.
  • Kelty’s Shark Mouth stuff sack is included.
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Kelty Tallboy 4P

AS SMOOTH AND EASY AS YOUR FAVORITE 16-OUNCER

You measure your beer, not your tent, in ounces—and you like both of them TALL. That’s exactly why we made the new Tallboy 4 tent: so getting in and out of your pants doesn’t require a cardio workout! This one-door, open-plan tent has a tall dome ceiling for stand up living space, PLUS standout color schemes and classic X-pole construction for SUPER easy setup.

Kelty Tallboy 6P

FEATURES

  • New tall dome ceiling for max headroom
  • Single-door layout with open-plan interior
  • Fiberglass X-pole construction
  • Shark Mouth duffel for easy pack-up + cross-body transport

Kelty Tallboy 4P

SPECS

Seasons 3
Number of Doors 1
Number of Vestibules 0
Number of Poles 3
Minimum Weight 9 lb 14 oz / 4.47 kg
Packaged Weight 11 lb / 4.99 kg
Floor Area 57 ft2 / 5.3 m2
Dimensions 85" x 96" x 70" / 216 x 244 x 177 cm
Packed Size 24" x 7" x 10" / 61 x 17.8 x 25.4 cm
Highroads Shelter
Rumpus 6
Grand Mesa 2
Tall Boy 4
Late Start 4
Wireless 4
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Customer Reviews
4.5 out of 5 stars 155
4.0 out of 5 stars 90
4.7 out of 5 stars 486
4.2 out of 5 stars 143
4.1 out of 5 stars 29
4.4 out of 5 stars 226
Price $249.95 $289.95 — $169.95 $209.44 $179.95
Occupancy 6+ 6 Person 2 Person 4 Person 4 Person 4 Person
Seasons 3-SEASON 3-SEASON 3-SEASON 3-SEASON 3-SEASON 3-SEASON
Number of Doors 1 2 1 1 2 2
Number of Vestibules 1 2 1 1 2 2
Minimum Weight 11 lbs 8 oz 17 lbs 6 oz 4 lbs 1 oz 9 lbs 14 oz 6 lbs 4 oz 11 lb 2 oz
Pole Material Aluminum Fiberglass Aluminum Fiberglass / Hybrid Aluminum Fiberglass
Floor Area (sq ft) Varies with Vehicle 86 30 57 55.7 59
Peak Height (in) Varies with Vehicle 76 43 70 56 76

Product Description

Kelty TALLBOY Family + Car Camping Tent, 4 or 6 Person Freestanding Overnight Shelter, Large Capacity, Tall Height, Stuff Sack Included

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Technical Details

Item Package Dimensions L x W x H ‎27.6 x 11.5 x 7.3 inches
Package Weight ‎5.37 Kilograms
Item Dimensions LxWxH ‎7.9 x 6.2 x 25.2 inches
Item Weight ‎5262 Grams
Brand Name ‎Kelty
Warranty Description ‎Warranty
Model Name ‎Kelty TALLBOY Family + Car Camping Tent, 4 or 6 Person Freestanding Overnight Shelter, Large Capacity, Tall Height, Stuff Sack Included
Color ‎Green
Material ‎Polyester
Suggested Users ‎unisex-adult
Number of Items ‎1
Manufacturer ‎Kelty
Part Number ‎40822920
Model Year ‎2022
Included Components ‎Kelty TALLBOY Family + Car Camping Tent, 4 or 6 Person Freestanding Overnight Shelter, Large Capacity, Tall Height, Stuff Sack Included
Size ‎4-Person
Sport Type ‎Camping & Hiking

Additional Information

ASIN B082P65LTN
Customer Reviews
4.2 out of 5 stars 143 ratings

4.2 out of 5 stars
Best Sellers Rank #98,625 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
#291 in Camping Tents
Date First Available December 12, 2019

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4.2 out of 5 stars
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Customers find the tent well-made and easy to set up, with plenty of floor space and good weather performance. However, the build quality receives mixed feedback, with some saying it holds up well with rain while others report poor construction. Moreover, the tent's ventilation is lacking, and customers wish it had a back window. Additionally, the pole durability is concerning, with multiple reports of poles falling apart quickly.

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16 customers mention "Tent quality"16 positive0 negative

Customers find the tent to be of good quality, appreciating its appearance and color, with one customer noting it works well for car camping.

"...The quality is decent, and the tent had no noticeable flaws. Would buy it again. I will update in July." Read more

"...I’m 6’2 and love being able to put on pants standing up. Amazing tent. Lots of room. Very happy. 2022. It’s true...." Read more

"...no-see-um mesh was the biggest factor in making this purchase and it looks good!" Read more

"...I love the color. Set up and take down was so easy I did it by myself in less than 30 min...." Read more

14 customers mention "Size"14 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the tent's size, noting it has plenty of floor space and is tall, with one customer mentioning it's roomy for rainy camping days.

"...Finally upgraded and I am so glad I did, this tent is roomy, easy to set up, and packs better than other tents I’ve owned." Read more

"...The height is wonderful and the interior pockets and hang loop at the top of the peak was perfect for my fan/light. The biggest downfall?..." Read more

"...Amazing tent. Lots of room. Very happy. 2022. It’s true. This is not for summer use. Ordered the very breezy Copper Canyon 6...." Read more

"I like this tent, it’s huge! Easy setup with two people...." Read more

9 customers mention "Ease of setup"9 positive0 negative

Customers find the tent easy to set up.

"...Finally upgraded and I am so glad I did, this tent is roomy, easy to set up, and packs better than other tents I’ve owned." Read more

"...Assembly is easy and even with the prefitted base it was up in less then 10 minutes...." Read more

"I like this tent, it’s huge! Easy setup with two people...." Read more

"...I love the color. Set up and take down was so easy I did it by myself in less than 30 min...." Read more

4 customers mention "Weather"4 positive0 negative

Customers report positive experiences with the tent's weather resistance, with one mentioning it performed well in storms, while another notes it handled high winds effectively.

"...Woo… what an upgrade. I stand by this as an excellent fair weather tent, but ventilation is lacking my friends. Sorry." Read more

"...These didn't last a season. Poles were never abused. Tent never even faced high winds...." Read more

"This tent held up just fine with some rain and light wind. Just enough of a breeze comes through to help you sleep comfortably...." Read more

"this was my first time use no storms prefect weather..." Read more

20 customers mention "Build quality"12 positive8 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the tent's build quality, with some finding it well made and noting it holds up well with rain, while others report poor construction and insufficient material strength.

"...The quality is decent, and the tent had no noticeable flaws. Would buy it again. I will update in July." Read more

"The tent is good quality and replaced my Eureka tent I’ve had for years...." Read more

"...The quality is not amazing by any means but I think it will hold up for a few camping trips...." Read more

"...The tent is well made with quality material. The floor material extends up the side to make the tent water proof from the ground...." Read more

7 customers mention "Pole durability"0 positive7 negative

Customers report durability issues with the tent's poles, noting that they fall apart quickly and crack easily.

"...The connections on the ridge pole are plastic and one already cracked (I only setup the tent in my house so I’m hoping it holds up)...." Read more

"...Finally the bungee cord frayed and broke making them useless. Part of the issue is that you need metal joints at each end, not just the female joint...." Read more

"...The pole sections kept separating trying to slide them through the sleeves every time they would catch...." Read more

"...To add to the disappointment, the elastic in the rainfly pole elastic inserts snapped and had to be replaced, despite careful use...." Read more

4 customers mention "Ventilation"0 positive4 negative

Customers report poor ventilation in the tent.

"...I stand by this as an excellent fair weather tent, but ventilation is lacking my friends. Sorry." Read more

"...This significantly limits ventilation. The tent itself is well made, with solid poles, fabric, stitching. It kept me dry during rain...." Read more

"...There are no other windows and there is no airflow if you have the rainfly on...." Read more

"...However, there was not enough ventilation for me (no back window, and the window on the door was quite small), so ended up returning it...." Read more

4 customers mention "Window size"0 positive4 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the tent's windows, with several wishing it had a back window, while one customer notes there are no windows or mesh on the opposite side.

"...Other nitpicks, wish it had a back window and a larger front window for cross breeze...." Read more

"...(the image represents the maximum window opening) and NO window or mesh on the opposite side...." Read more

"...So you have two choices, be hot and have no view of the outside, or get wet if it rains..." Read more

"...However, there was not enough ventilation for me (no back window, and the window on the door was quite small), so ended up returning it...." Read more

Extremely impressed but quickly disappointed when I spotted hole
3 out of 5 stars
Extremely impressed but quickly disappointed when I spotted hole
I bought mine used but you wouldn’t know that if I hadn’t told you. Everything was intact from the manufacturer as if it had never been used. The size is perfect. I can fit 2 single man cots 2 tv trays, and all our gear inside the tent with more than enough room to spare. I love the color. Set up and take down was so easy I did it by myself in less than 30 min.Update: we went camping this weekend and while I was laying in my cot looking up at the ceiling of the tent I noticed a hole in the screen of the tent. Unless I can exchanged the tent I would like to get a partial credit or some sort of patch repair kit. I have posted a photo of the hole in the review.
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  • Bob Wilson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Tent
    Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2024
    Size: 4-PersonVerified Purchase
    This tent is really great and I can't wait to use it this summer. It has plenty of ventilation (would use it on Ragbrai) We did a trial run in the garage. I am really surprised more tent makers haven't started offering a tall tent. Now I will be able to change my clothes easily and won't have to perform gymnastic moves to get out of the tent. The quality is decent, and the tent had no noticeable flaws. Would buy it again. I will update in July.
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  • Rebecca Miller
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very roomy and Kelty quality I love.
    Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2024
    Size: 6-PersonVerified Purchase
    I didn’t upgrade to a tall tent because my older Kelty was in great shape after many years. Finally upgraded and I am so glad I did, this tent is roomy, easy to set up, and packs better than other tents I’ve owned.
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  • Rebldog
    4.0 out of 5 stars this covers it all (get it, tent cover)? oh never mind. Just read
    Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2021
    Size: 4-PersonVerified Purchase
    The tent is good quality and replaced my Eureka tent I’ve had for years. Assembly is easy and even with the prefitted base it was up in less then 10 minutes. The height is wonderful and the interior pockets and hang loop at the top of the peak was perfect for my fan/light. The biggest downfall? The zipper flap. What a pain in the ass it was to keep the flap out of the zipper. Hence the 4 stars and not 5
    3 people found this helpful
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  • nothing but the Brent
    5.0 out of 5 stars (Almost)Perfect tall guy car camper. Do it. You take too much crap anyway. That’s who you are.
    Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2020
    Size: 4-PersonVerified Purchase
    Wow. Took it for a camp out this weekend and I was really happy. Great sky view with rain fly off. Woke up about 4am to very cold temps and the rain fly went on very quickly and easily. This was such a great tent I couldn’t stop saying it aloud. I’m 6’2 and love being able to put on pants standing up. Amazing tent. Lots of room. Very happy.

    2022. It’s true.
    This is not for summer use. Ordered the very breezy Copper Canyon 6. Woo… what an upgrade. I stand by this as an excellent fair weather tent, but ventilation is lacking my friends. Sorry.
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  • MW
    3.0 out of 5 stars Great size and easy setup with 2 people
    Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2022
    Size: 6-PersonVerified Purchase
    I like this tent, it’s huge! Easy setup with two people. The connections on the ridge pole are plastic and one already cracked (I only setup the tent in my house so I’m hoping it holds up). The quality is not amazing by any means but I think it will hold up for a few camping trips. The no-see-um mesh was the biggest factor in making this purchase and it looks good!
    2 people found this helpful
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  • Shannon Davis
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great new tent
    Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2020
    Size: 6-PersonVerified Purchase
    I love this tent. The wide door opening is nice to fit a queen sized air mattress inside. There is plenty of floor space and head room. The tent is well made with quality material. The floor material extends up the side to make the tent water proof from the ground. I can put this tent up myself but it is easier with 2 people. There is a strong tension on the poles. I was sure to set it up at home before bring it on a trip. I am very happy with this tent and I look forward to may years of use.
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  • Andrew E.
    1.0 out of 5 stars Tent iself ok, poles are garbage
    Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2023
    Size: 4-PersonVerified Purchase
    First the pros. I love the size and space, I can stand up inside which is what I was looking for. No issues with leaks. I really had high hopes as I have a smaller Kelty backpacking tent that's been awesome. That was has metal poles. This one came with fiberglass ones. Which is fine for its price point but the workmanship has been atrocious. I've had cheap tents with fiberglass poles that lasted a decade. These didn't last a season. Poles were never abused. Tent never even faced high winds. But the ends of the poles cracked, giving me nasty micro fiberglass splinters. I put duct tape to mitigate things and at least prevent more splinters. Finally the bungee cord frayed and broke making them useless. Part of the issue is that you need metal joints at each end, not just the female joint. The male joint needs a metal tube to prevent cracking. The floor of the tent is nylon, not tarp, so you'll probably need a footprint. Other nitpicks, wish it had a back window and a larger front window for cross breeze. If they'd fix these issues this could be a 4 or 5 star tent but as of now I cannot recommend it. I put in a warranty claim, we'll see how that goes. Even if they send me replacement poles, if they're the same I'd be reluctant to use them lest they just split again.

    Update: I contacted them for warranty. They responded saying they did not have any replacement poles to send me. Maybe they stopped making them. They offered to try to fix mine if I mailed them in. Not worth the trouble. And I wouldn't want those splinter sticks anyway even if they did 'fix' them. In the end, sadly, I just trashed the whole tent to the landfill. Bought a Coleman 4 person. I can't stand up in it but it's been way more reliable. And For a stand up tent, I have an REI 6 man with aluminum poles. Frantastic tent just too much time to set up for a weekend. Maybe someday they will fulfill my dream of an easy set up, tell, stand up tent.
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    Andrew E.
    1.0 out of 5 stars
    Tent iself ok, poles are garbage

    Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2023
    First the pros. I love the size and space, I can stand up inside which is what I was looking for. No issues with leaks. I really had high hopes as I have a smaller Kelty backpacking tent that's been awesome. That was has metal poles. This one came with fiberglass ones. Which is fine for its price point but the workmanship has been atrocious. I've had cheap tents with fiberglass poles that lasted a decade. These didn't last a season. Poles were never abused. Tent never even faced high winds. But the ends of the poles cracked, giving me nasty micro fiberglass splinters. I put duct tape to mitigate things and at least prevent more splinters. Finally the bungee cord frayed and broke making them useless. Part of the issue is that you need metal joints at each end, not just the female joint. The male joint needs a metal tube to prevent cracking. The floor of the tent is nylon, not tarp, so you'll probably need a footprint. Other nitpicks, wish it had a back window and a larger front window for cross breeze. If they'd fix these issues this could be a 4 or 5 star tent but as of now I cannot recommend it. I put in a warranty claim, we'll see how that goes. Even if they send me replacement poles, if they're the same I'd be reluctant to use them lest they just split again.

    Update: I contacted them for warranty. They responded saying they did not have any replacement poles to send me. Maybe they stopped making them. They offered to try to fix mine if I mailed them in. Not worth the trouble. And I wouldn't want those splinter sticks anyway even if they did 'fix' them. In the end, sadly, I just trashed the whole tent to the landfill. Bought a Coleman 4 person. I can't stand up in it but it's been way more reliable. And For a stand up tent, I have an REI 6 man with aluminum poles. Frantastic tent just too much time to set up for a weekend. Maybe someday they will fulfill my dream of an easy set up, tell, stand up tent.
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  • Matt Gosselin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Sturdy and good air flow
    Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2023
    Size: 4-PersonVerified Purchase
    This tent held up just fine with some rain and light wind. Just enough of a breeze comes through to help you sleep comfortably. I searched a long time to find a breathable tent as I can’t sleep if I’m too hot and this worked for me. Would recommend.
    3 people found this helpful
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Top reviews from other countries

  • Bingus
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great Tent with some downsides
    Reviewed in Canada on November 9, 2024
    Size: 4-PersonVerified Purchase
    Used quite extensively this summer on a few trips and so far been great.

    Pros:
    Weather resistant in windstorms will not blow over in my experience of 80km/h winds

    Very roomy, fits queen size air mattress with room to stand fully upright.

    Cons:
    The tent is cumbersome to setup doable by yourself a bit easier with two people but still a pain.

    The front doors rain fly gets stuck in the zipper pretty often, have to be careful when opening and closing.

    The frame feels cheap and will eventually break replacement poles are available through Kelty for a fair price.

    Overall good purchase I got it on sale for $280 I wouldn’t pay more than that personally.
    Definitely recommend.
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    Bingus
    4.0 out of 5 stars
    Great Tent with some downsides

    Reviewed in Canada on November 9, 2024
    Used quite extensively this summer on a few trips and so far been great.

    Pros:
    Weather resistant in windstorms will not blow over in my experience of 80km/h winds

    Very roomy, fits queen size air mattress with room to stand fully upright.

    Cons:
    The tent is cumbersome to setup doable by yourself a bit easier with two people but still a pain.

    The front doors rain fly gets stuck in the zipper pretty often, have to be careful when opening and closing.

    The frame feels cheap and will eventually break replacement poles are available through Kelty for a fair price.

    Overall good purchase I got it on sale for $280 I wouldn’t pay more than that personally.
    Definitely recommend.
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