KODIAK vs SPRINGBAR Tents - How One RUINED the Other for Me

Looking for the best canvas tent out there? There is a good chance you have whittled it down to the Kodiak Canvas Flex-Bow or a Springbar canvas tent. In this raw and unfiltered comparison video, I compare the two tent brands based on my own real world experience and I reveal which is my favorite for now. Hopefully it will help you see the real differences and determine which is the best option for you based on your budget and how you want to use it.

From workmanship and materials to features and limitations, I cover everything you need to know about these two popular canvas tent brands so you can make the perfect choice for your needs. Which one will you choose? Let us know in the comments!

THIS VIDEO IS NOT SPONSORED! Use my links, or not, no matter to me. I just wanted to tell you what I really think about these tents and why.

COMPARE PRICES WITH THESE PRODUCT LINKS 👇

RELATED VIDEOS 🎥

READ THE FULL REVIEWS ON OUR WEBSITE! 🤓
🔗 Springbar vs Kodiak -

DISCLOSURE: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Some links in this description are affiliate links. If you click on a link we may earn a commission if you make a purchase, at no additional cost to you.

[Sporkshooter]

I have a 10 X 10 Springbar purchased 42 years ago and used many times each year with our family. Great tent. I've bought Kodiak tents for my children. The Kodiak has proved to be great value with enhanced features over the Springbar. We run a heater buddy in winter and it works great.

[gloriaclark-nfze]

I love my Kodiak 10x14 VX no reason to spend 500 dollars more for a similar tent. The Kodiak is a great tent.

[noelslater]

The Springbar being hot tent ready is very appealing. I just didn't have the budget for it. I ended up getting the 10x14 Kodiak deluxe which is still pretty roomy. I just use my Buddy heaters for warmth in the late Fall when I'm out hunting, and that makes things fairly comfortable still. All are great tents for sure. Thanks for putting this together!

[stanbyme]

I’m working OT all Summer to buy the Skyliner. I live in a Subaru Crosstrek in PNW & have an ARB Awning & attachable awning room. I loved the awning room. Unless it’s hot out. Or it’s cold out. Or it’s windy out. Or I want to leave camp.🤣So the Skyliner looks amazing. I have a sturdy, quality Bath tent to put outside at entry. Place to put my boots, wet coat, wood this Winter & keep tent clean(er)inside. Your videos came up in my search. I could’ve just watched & given a thumbs up. But I really enjoy them. Thank you for taking the time to be so thorough. Thank you for being authentic. Best to you & your family!

[hewanderson]

The Kodiak Cabin tent is a hot tent that is $800 the Springbar is Classic 140 is $1200 and the Skyliner is north of $2000. I was a Springbar snob for years and have owned five different Springbars. I am a Utah (home of Springbar) Scout leader and our troop switched to the Kodiaks for the price and the warranties. They are equal in quality and half the price.

[bradysmail]

Great insight! It is nice to hear honest opinions, and comparisons, from someone that has actually used these for a bit! Looking forward to more videos!

[littlebanshee]

These tents are the Apple iPhone of tents 😮

They are truly beautiful tents, the best I’ve seen yet and I’ve looked a lot. With my budget in mind and the fact I don’t camp a lot right now, I’m thinking I’ll start with the Kodiak deluxe.

[gregmadsen]

I have the 10x14 Kodiak vx deluxe canvas tent.
I’ve had it for a decade it is amazing tent.
No problems in 50 mph winds, rain or snow does not leak.
Great for big queen size mattress, and a 6 foot foldable table with buddy heater keeps me toasty.
The triangle side windows on the kodiac 10x14 deluxe vx are really huge lots of ventilation for those hot summer days, and the views are amazing. nice to have back door, I put up a 10’x10’ canopy on back side of tent. makes a great back patio area for bbq.
It is a bargain for 699.00 as I just looked there on sale at-(competitive edge).
Great tent! great price!and holds up to a great 4 season tent.
It does have a huge foot print but I have always found a place to set it up.
Kodiak, and spring bar are really the best for quick set up and durability.
Lots of room for my husky on a long camping trip in the back country of Big Bear.
Its a 5 star ⛺️

[tjohnson]

Just my 2 cents but I think you said the quiet part out loud... When you get gear fot review but only publish the gear that you had a positive experience with or as you put it, "I have lots of stuff I recieved but don't show you guys cause the gear isn't worth it.". You can't say you're doing honest reviews if the only free stuff we see is what you found that you liked, we need to know about the things that "aren't worth showing" so we don't buy junk gear. Just sayin

[herrp]

Excellent review. Thanks for putting it together.

I've never owned a Canvas tent, but I did own a very large European tent when I lived in Germany. The kind of tent that families vacation in for weeks at a time every summer. Those tents may have used a similar material. Once that large beast was up, it was super stable and virtually weather proof. So I hope the Springbar I choose will be similar. Leaning towards a Highline 6 ($649) since I'm a 65 y.o. male traveling solo. But it's gonna be a heavy one...

[SEENinc]

Because of your videos, i just bought a Springbar Compact. It doesn't have many reviews out there but it's great.

[paulhook]

I had a Springbar Kitchen (No floor) and 2 zip in "Bedrooms". Lasted 20 years of hard use in hunting camps. I replaced with the Kodiak (I have 2 - Small when it's just me or large one if family involved - both Deluxe). It cost me $55 to have an upholstery shop to sew in the smoke stack thingy which cost me $50. It's only in the big tent for Hunting season in cold, wet, snowy conditions. I agree, both tents are fantastic high quality. I went with Kodiak Only because of the large price difference. I have both of these tents with the stove jack for less than one large Springbar. That's my input for what it's worth. Happy Camping!!

[r.r.r.]

I spent an entire winter in my Kodiak 12x16. It held up to snow storm after snow storm no problem. Handled snow loads with ease. Better windows than the springbar. It's an incredible tent.

[happychefx]

I bought a 10x14 Super Deluxe Kodiak VX 6 years ago after leaving the roof top tent camping realm. The Kodiak paired with my diesel heater is absolute money. The price of the Springbar was just to high for my budget, both companies make some great products they stand behind.

[auntievintage]

Getting very close to pulling the trigger on Skyliner & Winnerwell. Thanks for an honest review. Folks like you calm my nerves when thinking of parting with hard-earned $$ to invest in our camping.

[clifftaylor]

Thank you for doing these videos, especially the one comparing the four major manufacturers. After a lot of research and consideration I just purchased a Teton 10x10. I couldn't resist the sale price $ 480. (20% off July 4th sale). I crossed my fingers and pushed the button. I just set it up yesterday to hose it down and let it dry. After setting it up I examined it from top to bottom and found no noticeable flaws!
I did consider a Springbar Vegabond because I would have liked to go American made. If it was built with at least a small awning I believe I would have pulled the trigger on one.

[kilswitch]

Have the Kodiak 10x14VX, bought the vestibule and the rainfly. Thing is all windows when you need them but can zip up nice and tight. Never had any issues. Im sure all are great tents but money to quality im riding kodiak all day. The VX is just awesome. Do like the skyline, do not like the price 😁 Whatever your choice, canvas is a great shelter out in the wilderness

[johnnyyukon]

Found your channel this evening, watched the tent review, then looked at the playlists, etc. I'm impressed, I subscribed and hit the notification bell. Cheers

[joshuareed]

This is the best review on these tents I've found so far. That classic jack is looking really nice right now. Talk me out of buying it! 😁

[shawnkirk]

Great review and info, especially like the skinny jeans/relaxed fit analogy! I have the SB traveler, CJ140, and skyliner, they’re all great depending on the situation.