Does anyone own or could comment about the Treadwell Topper tent that fits on top of a Hobie 16 tramp?



Edited by bill40421SE on Dec 31, 2011 - 07:40 AM.

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Bill 404 21SE
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I've never seen or used the Treadwell, but there's one for sale on our local Craigslist;

http://worcester.craigslist.org/boa/2773650732.html

I once went on a week-long camp-cruise up the Connecticut river on the family Hobie14, using a tarp slung over the boom as our tent. Even jerry-rigged like that it was surprisingly comfortable. Of course I was younger then. :P

Like tom_gwynn , I have thrown a tarp over the boom (on a P16) and had a marvelous night's sleep, even though it rained.
With the ability to raise the boom on the H16, I imagine you could be very comfy there.
Sheet Out and snore like the devil!
Bob

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I found an image on the Hobie Forum site but I am unsure how to post it here. If you search under "Camping on a Getaway" there is an image of 2 H-16swith tents on the tramps. Image posted on Sept 19, 2010
Glenn

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I searched for what you said, but didn't see it. Could you tell me what the thread title is?

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Bill 404 21SE
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The picture:



The thread:

http://www.hobiecat.com/f…25493&hilit=tent#p125493

Very nice setup. Seems like any domed tent sized to fit on the tramp could work.



Edited by DaveW70 on Jan 05, 2012 - 06:06 AM.

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Dave Wilson
Hobie 16, Hobie 14
Tampa, FL
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An option when you bought a new G Cat in the early 80's was a boom tent. Maybe someone can get in touch with Hans and ask him about them.

One on craigslist in MA

http://worcester.craigslist.org/boa/2773650732.html

The tent seems excessive, if you plan on Sailing and camping and you not attempting the northwest passage, chances are its warm. Toss the main over the boom.

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In South Florida the mosquitos will carry you off if you are not enclosed. Probably the same in Michican if its Summer time.