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Hammer in stakes at the four main corners.

The waterproof outer layer (note: it is not symmetrical).

Before heading to your campsite, ensure you have all the necessary components: The main "inner" tent. rashikamp4

If it's windy, reach under the fly and secure the red Velcro tabs to the poles for extra stability. Pro Tips for the REI Base Camp 4

Don't worry if the tent looks low and rounded; this aerodynamic design is intentional to help it shed wind and rain effectively. Hammer in stakes at the four main corners

Drape the rainfly over the tent. Align the main door of the fly (which has a large vestibule) with your preferred entrance.

Take the two long, black-ended poles and slide them through the black-coded sleeves on top of the tent so they form an "X". If it's windy, reach under the fly and

The bracer poles are expensive and crucial to the structure—avoid dropping them on hard surfaces, as they are specifically pre-bent.