screen tent vs r-dome

Hi Tars;

Mike, it's not an either, it's an or. If your pod was built with an awning, the only way to use a dome would be the complete removal of the awning, the repair of it's mounting holes, the addition of the proper keder rail for a dome. 

We love our R Dome. Setup is no worse than some tents I've had. My wife helped me the first two times but last week I did the setup completely by myself. No problem. Practice getting a routine that works for you. Here is my process:

Have fun pulling your gear together! I do recommend sheets even with sleeping bags. I use sheets for even the most rugged camping (not backpacking) trips, because they are cozy (if flannel) or cool (if plain cotton). Most of all though they are easy to throw in the wash. Much easier than washing sleeping bags :-) With hand- or machine sewing you can turn a sheet into a removable sleeping bag liner, just use ribbon ties or velcro to hold it to the bottom of the bag. Or snaps if you're inclined. You can buy or make "sleepsacks", such as those used at hostels. I've made a number of sleep sacks for use with sleeping bags and they're easy. I don't have my instructions written down (yet?) or I'd post them for you. You mention rubber gloves, yes! Different types for different purposes, so decide what you want to use them for and keep them separate. Excited for you!