Go with the storage bin since you have the fans. (hold about 6gals) Fab the media into an oval tube instead of a round tube. Leave space between the walls and the media. Awesome - thanks! How do you prevent the "dry" air from flowing between the pads and the lid (instead of going through the pads) ...

I highly recommend the ShiftPod instead of a hexayurt. Easier to store, transport, more expensive but worth it. ShiftPod.com. No affiliation with the company, just a satisfied burner customer. I have 6 which replaced 3 yurts and couldn't be happier. So what would be the recommended sizing for a swa...

BBadger wrote:Are you even supposed to use a center pole?

The pole indeed is only for adverse weather conditions - but I thought it is a good idea to figure out how to do it while at home, and not when I am on the playa in a windstorm and with no ability to google or watch youtube videos

Elderberry wrote:Have you tried calling or emailing the manufacturer? Certainly, they should have the answers to the question you are asking.

Yes, I did email them 2 days ago - no reply so far.

BBadger wrote:Is the pole in backwards?

I do not think so - on one end it is sort of concave-shaped, and this goes nicely around the round plastic hub cover on the ceiling. The other end is flat, so I assume it goes to the floor.

Just received my new shiftpod and I am really excited to use it on playa. I did a "test run" in my back-yard, and the first part (setting it up by popping the sides and attaching the floor) went perfectly quick and easy. The next steps are not. I have some basic experience with tents, camping and en...