Kelty Wireless 6
Quick Verdict
Budget-conscious car-camping families who want a tall, roomy 3-season tent with easy setup and good value
Serious backpacking, ultralight trekking, or extreme winter/mountaineering conditions
Key Specifications
About This Gear
The Kelty Wireless 6 is a spacious, easy-to-setup tent great for family camping on a budget. With two doors and vestibules, it offers great accessibility and storage. Its durable design withstands rough weather, and its tall design allows even tall campers to stand up inside. However, its thinner materials and fiberglass poles mean its far less durable than higher priced options.
Pros & Cons
Synthesized from expert reviews and user feedback
What People Love
6 positive findingsSpacious, tall interior with room for queen air mattresses and generous headroom
Most reviewersDual vestibules and excellent mesh airflow with the fly off
Most reviewersEasy, fast setup via Kelty's Quick Corners and color-coded clips
Most reviewersDecent weatherproofing for the price (taped seams, bathtub floor) when used with a footprint
Most reviewers
Things to Consider
7 considerationsGets stuffy with the rainfly on; limited ventilation with both vestibules closed
Most reviewersFragile all-fiberglass poles and consumable shock cord; can break if handled roughly
Most reviewersHeavy and bulky for backpacking (~17–20 lb packed)
Most reviewersLimited internal storage pockets compared with premium family tents
Most reviewers
Weather & Conditions
How this gear performs across different environments and seasons
Temperature Range
Performs best in moderate temperatures; not designed for extreme cold or heavy winter use
Weather Performance
Climate Suitability
Excels In
- mild rain
- moderate temperatures
- coastal environments
Limitations
- not recommended for winter camping or heavy snowfall
- ventilation and condensation issues in very hot, humid conditions
What People Are Saying
Aggregated insights from expert reviews and user feedback
Users appreciate the roomy interior, tall ceiling, and quick setup, while common complaints focus on ventilation with the fly on, fragile fiberglass poles/shock cords, and the tent's weight.
What Users Love
- easy setup
- durable taped seams and floor
- spacious interior
Common Concerns
- limited ventilation with fly on
- fragile poles/shock cords
- heavy weight/bulky
- Shock cords can stretch or snap over time; Kelty offers replacement kits and warranty support
- Fiberglass poles are a wear point and require gentle handling
- Taped seams and 68D PU-coated floor generally hold up well if a footprint is used
true to size
Lifetime warranty; generally responsive for pole and shock-cord replacements
Expert Reviews
Hard to beat at this price as a value pick for car campingRead full review →
One of our top budget-friendly camping tents; feature-packed and great valueRead full review →
Care & Maintenance
Keep your gear performing at its best with these tips
Maintenance Tips
Keep it in top condition- Always use a footprint or ground tarp to protect the floor
- Dry completely before storage to avoid mildew
- Handle poles gently and replace shock cord if it goes limp; Kelty provides replacement kits
Watch Out For
Known issues to monitor- shock cord stretch or break inside poles
- fiberglass pole damage if handled roughly
- floor abrasion/leak risk if used without a footprint
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this gear