REI Co-op - Kingdom Garage - 2018

Category: Tent


Just finished 3 weeks camping with Kingdom 8. If you want full rainfly coverage on your Kingdom tent you must buy the Garage - there are no other options available that attach directly to a Kingdom tent. This adds about 8 ft to the length of the tent. bringing the total for a Kingdom 8 to a whopping 20 ft. Yes the space is nice storage but its not water tight and was difficult finding tent sites big enough for this monster.


I finally caved and bought the Kingdom 8 tent to take the family car camping. With the size of the Kingdom 8, I did not feel the extra garage was really necessary. After seeing storms in the forecast this weekend, I went ahead and bought the garage and it was definitely worth it the extra 100 bucks.


We purchased this with our Kingdom 8 tent. I was a bit worried that the space that the tent + fly + garage would be very large and too big to fit very many tent camping spaces. However, I was pleasantly surprised to see that I was wrong. The very first night we took the tent and garage camping we had a pretty good storm come through. I was very happy that we were able to have that extra space in the garage to put our gear. There was even enough space that my wife and I were able to put our chairs in there and watch the storm. There is a couple of things that I wish were different. First, there is no floor on the side that has the space to put gear, so if you have a good rain storm water can still come under the garage as well as any nosy critters. Second, I did not know that I needed to have extra poles to make the door prop up like in the picture. I am still on the hunt for those. Overall I am very pleased with the purchase and would recommend to anyone purchasing a Kingdom tent.


Okay, so let me get the caveat out of the way first. You've just dropped $400-500 on a Kingdom tent, it's easy to go "hey, what's another $99 to have extra space in case of rain?" But they don't tell you that if you want to use this as shown in the picture, you'll have to buy 2-4 more tent stakes and 2-4 poles to use the awning properly. As far as those poles go, the REI Adjustable Tarp Poles (6ft, don't bother with the 8ft) will work great - but know that you're going to spend $50 just on two of those, to use one side as an awning. And $50 more if you want to use the other side as an awning. Plus the stakes that you'll need - but aren't included - to make the awning stable. So that price listed on the site is a bit misleading, because you'll be spending at least $50 more than that to get it functioning like they show.


Largest interior and best design in a compact, easy to set up package. While tall it can take quite a wind if staked out properly. Additional stakes and lines needed.


I bought this to go with my Kingdom 6 tent. This weekend was our first time using it with our tent and it poured on the Oregon coast.


It serves as a mudroom to take off shoes etc. We also store our camping bins and drink cooler within the garage. We have a large indoor/outdoor (astroturf) that we keep under and in front of the garage. Since we implemented out new setup the tent stays dirt free.


This is a must if you have wet gear and way to keep folding chairs and bikes dry! Midnight potty runs made easier. Kindom Rule for our tent: all shoes off in the garage, clean then they come into the tent to keep them dry. Remember their is no floor for this product so you may need a mat to wipe you feet.


So we set up camp at a music festival and there are NO stake-down points. The tapered end of the garage is flapping all over the place. Itd be great but we're going to have to punch a hole in the fabric to stake it down. All the pictures show the tapered end staked down with straps/points like all over the tent. Not on ours. It kept kicking up and inward during the rain storm we just had and soaked our food box and shoes. Watet just whipped as it dripped down the fabric and rolled inward because of wind. It wont let me post a photo but im talking about the fabric that meets the ground. Returning when we get back home.


Our six kids, ages 2-12, lived in this tent for five weeks this summer while we climbed in Ontario. (Parents had their own tent!) This is by far the best large tent we have owned (previously had a Sierra Designs Mondo Condo and a Big Agnes Flying Diamond 6). The tent easily stood up to multiple thunderstorms and multiple consecutive days of rain-- never got wet inside. The kids loved being able to look at the stars on clear nights with fly rolled back. The tent is well made: we have now spent nearly 50 nights in it and it is as good as new.


Purchased this to go with out Kingdom 8 tent. We found the garage too finicky to set up and difficult to get a tight pitch. Without a tight pitch, the roof will sag in the entryway and yes, if it rains the water will drip on you where the flap is rolled up. To set it up, you have to make multiple readjustments and guy it out. The concept is nice but we use a different shelter to sit in. Returned it.


Great idea, but as other reviews have pointed out, the seams are not sealed and in a good rain, things get wet. I called customer support and was told that it was up to me to seal the seams. That is what I expect in a wally world product, not one from REI.


I’m glad I bought the garage. Amazing idea!!! BUT... at the zipper-connection, the garage was bigger so the zipper over lapped the kingdom 6 zipper. Also, challenging to get a tight pitch on the garage so it won’t sag. So I had to finagle it. Furthermore, does not do good in a hard downpour of rain. As long as it’s sunny or not raining it’s great.


Hello, we just bought our Kingdom 6 and used it 3 times last summer. Now, we are looking for the Garage and found out that it is no longer available. This is terrible since we now want to add it to the tent and cannot find it ANYWHERE. Poor decision to discontinue. The 2019 version is only a few months newer but completely incompatible.


We have a rule, the tent is for sleeping, not playing. The garage has served us well over the last year with a mat to collect dirt that would otherwise wander into the tent. It keeps bikes and toys dry, and kids out of the sun. There is a strap that broke on our 3rd trip that helps it hold shape, but is easy to trip on, need to get it repaired but that’s my only complaint. I’m 6’4” so I have to duck into it, but hey, I’m roughing it.


I bought the Garage to go with the Kingdom 6 Tent and I am so glad I did. The garage connects easily to the tent and provides a massive space to cover bikes, coolers, chairs, grill, etc. Well worth the price!


I have an older model Kingdom 4 tent that I love. I also have the add-on vestibule for it that I also love. So I bought the garage expecting to like it. The old colors were no longer available so I had to get the new color. I set it up for the first time a couple weeks ago and tried to like it. I will give it one more try but pretty sure it is going back.


This garage was the perfect solution for rainy weather, or so I thought. It made it pretty convenient to keep the weather out but as usual our camping trip was accompanied by rain all 3 days. The tent was great and the rain shield or what have you did a great job keeping the water out of the tent. However the garage was not water proof, anytime you touched the fabric the water came in and especially around any seams. I also tried spraying the wax spray I bought in store at rei to help waterproof the garage when the rain cleared up but even that didn’t help... not sure what can be changed but the waterproofing was quite terrible. As for the height that would be the only other complaint I have, unless you’re 4 feet tall you’ll be bent over the whole time you’re using the garage. I figured when I purchased online I’d be able to stand tall or at least somewhat comfortably but that’s not the case. (I’m only 5’6”) this is also my fault because I didn’t pay close attention to the dimensions. The function of the garage though was great, it kept our food out of the rain without having to haul everything back to the car. It was also a nice place to relax in a chair and read a book while it was raining. I would recommend this garage but I would forewarn future purchasers to find a better way to water proof before their camping trip.


The garage is the best part of any tent we ever had. Keeps our stuff within reach, but out of the way. Nice place to put a floor mat to keep the tent clean. The dog's water bowel and dish works well to keep him out of the way, but out of the tent.


Is the garage going to become available again??????


We bought the garage this year as an add-on to our 2015 Kingdom 6 (the old green and orange style). First off, yes, it attaches to that model just fine. This year we encountered our first real multi-day stretch of intermittent rain for our trip, complete with torrential downpours and decent winds, and the new garage really saved the day. It makes a dry outside space for the tent that is more useful than the vestibule on the main rain fly. I knew when we bought it that it would not be large enough to really stand in, but it turned out to be plenty enough space for two adults and two kids to sit in their respective sized camp chairs and have meals. We did also cook with a gas two-burner stove on a roll-table nestled into the end of the garage space without a problem.


Leaks in light rain. Essentially a sunshade since it won’t keep your gear dry. Weak points are the door clips and apparent lack of sealed seems. Even as a sunshade you have to come up with a way to prop the door up or buy the poles for it for an additional cost from REI. Disappointing because the draw to us was to give a space to hang out/play games when it rained.


Mom, dad and two middle schoolers that live in Colorado - we like the tent but not sure about the sizing. We purchased the six person for us four. Four regular cots take up the entire footprint...as in the ENTIRE footprint. Kingdom 4 would have been a major mistake. If I could repurchase I would get the eight man for us four, plus, a garage. However, it does seem like a decent tent, easy set up and tear down plus it does have a good overall feel, and we plan to purchase the garage which hopefully will be a solution.


We want the garage. Please bring it back. It's the only reason to buy a Kingdom tent. The are great in rainy area because you can live under it. I have one so it gets 5 stars. Was going to buy another Kingdom tent and gargage but now I can't.


I like the garage a lot, but mine had the stake-out straps mis-sewn in a way that prevented the tightening buckles from ... tightening. Kinda minor, but still annoying.


6' x 8' tarp fits perfect inside


this garage really saved the day in it's inaugural camping trip. we were under flash flood warnings for 36 hours and received 4 inches of rain. we were able to cook in the garage as well as hang out in the dry. I had no issues with leakage, but must suggest getting a roll of AstroTurf to cover the ground and the strange strap that seems to get in the way. I don't think the kingdom tent would be complete without the garage.


This vestibule was a great add-on purchase for us. It attaches easily to the tent, and looks clean, like it is supposed to be part of the tent. The garage helped give us a place to keep our boots and chairs protected and out of the elements but outside of our tent.


Bought the garage on recommendation of people on GOBA. We used it camping the next week. It was quick easy to set up. It kept our bikes and me in my folding chair dry during a good rainstorm. Very grateful to have it.


Purchase the Kingdom Garage about a month ago and we have used to four times already. A great addition to an already outstanding tent. LOVE IT, LOVE IT, and LOVE IT


This seems like a good match for our Kindom 6. Have not had an opportunity to use, but it looks good. The price was nominal for the extra space the garage provides.


Bought with the Kingdom 8. Rained all weekend our first trip out; this kept our bikes and gear dry. Just wish it would have some floor included


The Garage provides useful space to stow gear and you can set up a couple of camp chairs inside just in case a sudden rainstorm hits.


Purchased this to keep gear dry and out of sight. I also use for a sleeping room for my dogs to keep my tent clean and works great.


Does what it is intended to do. But, zippers do let water in although not bad. I was able to rig it to not do that after the fact.


We bought the garage to store our bike in while camping and it was a great purchase. It is nice to have extra dry storage space.


The one pole seems to bend pretty easy during setup other than that it gives a lot of extra room to the tent.


makes the camping experience even better having the extra covered dry space instead of filling up the tent

COMMENTS

EBPomi

Are the tarp poles shown in the product pictures included with the garage, or do they need to be purchased separately?

Just purchased the tent and garage.  Poles are not included, and I recommend buying expandable quality poles.

moka

What are the dimensions of the garage? Someone mentioned that rain water can run under the garage ~ no floor. Could you put in a slightly larger tarp that went up the sides a bit to act like a floor?

The Kingdom Garage dimensions are 120.9 in. x 85.5 in., tapering to 51.4 in. A separate tarp could be used as a floor.

Benoit

Hello REI, Is It over with the Garage or will we be able to order It? Thanks

Please contact us directly at (800) 426-4840 for more the latest information about availability.

ShawnC

I have a 2011 Hobitat tent.  The garage that was made for the Hobitat / Kingdom tent is a different color, but the design looks the same. Is the tech garage (Item #810167) and this version are the same? And will it work with my Hobitat tent?

Yes, the Connect Tech Garage and the Kingdom Garage (894018) are the same except for the color.

Kitt

Is this coming back in stock? Is there an alternative that fits the old kingdom tents? I’ve been waiting since they went out of stock so fast when I first got my kingdom tent.

We are expecting more stock later this summer 2019. There has been a high demand, so they go quickly. For more information regarding inventory dates, call us at 800-426-4840.

kmcgirr

When will this become available again? I’ve seen answers including Spring 2019 and Summer 2019, and yet don’t see it yet. Thank you!

We are expecting more stock later this summer 2019. There has been a high demand, so they go quickly. For more specific backorder dates, call us at 800-426-4840.

Harlow Farnsworth

What poles are recommended to prop up the door of the garage? Thank you!

The REI Co-op Adjustable Tarp Pole works well. The 8' length would be best.

Chris Ann

I purchased the 2018 Kingdom 8 late last summer fully expecting to buy accessories the following spring. So dissappointed it was already disconnected. Are you still expecting more 2018 kingdom garages ? Want about footprints?

We are expecting more stock of the Garage later this summer 2019. As of May 2019, we are not expecting any more footprints for this tent.

CRad

I understand there is a new model out. Will accessories for the 2018 still be made available? 

We are expecting more of the Kingdom Garage late summer 2019.

GarageWantingGuy

Ran out of stock while I    was in the middle of checking out. Will this be restocked?

More are expected late summer 2019.

amanda

I should have bought this when I got my 2018 model tent obviously, but I didn't realize the tent model was changing. Any chance it'll ever be back in stock?

We are expecting more of this garage late summer 2019.

jace

previously it was stated that this would be back mid may 2019. is this still planned on being restocked? thanks.

​New stock received May 2019 is sold out. More stock is expected late summer 2019.

Dusty boot

You specify this garage is only good on 2018 models. Would it also be good on earlier years like 2016/17?

This garage is compatible with any tent Kingdom tent purchased in 2016/2017 that has the Connect Tech Zipper on the front awning.

JayP

Does this garage fit the 2018 Kingdom 4,6 or 8?   I don't see a size listed here.  Is it one size for all?  Thanks!

Yes, the 2018 Kingdom Garage fits all three sizes of the 2018 Kingdom tents.

davidj23

It sounds like REI will be restocking this at some point, is there a way to pre-order or get on a list for this so I can make sure to get one?

We expect a large order of this item to arrive by mid-later June '19. It may be available for pre-order when we're within the 30 day window of receiving the order(s) from the manufacturer. We do not offer a service where we can contact you once the Garage is available to order.

geekcharliecamper

Will this unit be back in stock soon? I see many people looking for one online, and I just bought a 2018 Kingdom 6, and found out the current mud room doesn't fit it, and the old garage doesn't appear to be available. Please bring it back!!!

As of March 2019, we are hoping for additional stock to arrive by mid-May of 2019. We appreciate your patience.

tomemastermom

i understand this model is out of stock. how does the 2019 mudroom differ in connecting? is there a way to rig it to fit my kingdom 4 tent that is a few years old?

We are expecting a limited number of the Kingdom Garage late spring 2019. The Kingdom Mud Room will not fit 2018 and prior Kingdom tents.

TrBolinger

I bought a Kingdom6 this past summer(2018). I should have bought the garage but kind of got talked out of it by one of the associates.  Will they bring back a garage that fits the 2018 Kingdom?

You're in luck! We are expecting more late May 2019. This is a popular item, so check back frequently.

Wantin It

Are you going to have this item in stock, ever?  I want one.  As soon as you decide to order some more of this item I will purchase one.  

As of December 2018, this item is no longer available and we do not have plans to re-stock this item.

Wantin It

One more person asking if you are going to have this or another kingdom compatible vestibule for sale in the near future.  This was an awesome product, I decided to go with the kingdom after seeing my brother’s kingdom 8 with the garage attachment.

As of December 2018, we're out of stock of this item and don't know when it will become available again.​

jbaum48

Are there any products that will take the place of the kingdom garage.i just purchased a kingdom 6 and wanted the garage.☹️

As of December 2018, we unfortunately do not have a product that will take the place of the Kingdom Garage.

Dano

Any new information on any upcoming garage availability? I just purchased a kingdom 8. If the redesign will be incompatible I will probably return the and see what the new design is like.

​As of November 2018, we're still out of stock of the Garage and don't know when it will become available again.

rhodyhiker

Will the Kingdom 4 Garage be coming back for purchase?

As of November 2018, we are not expecting more of the Kingdom Garage.

Socketman

Do you intend to replace this item?. I purchased a Kingdom 4 last month with the intention of adding the garage. When I went on line to order it I discovered that it is no longer available.

​As of November 2018, this item is sold out and we do not know if it will become available again.

Jaterac

Is mine made wrong? I dont have stake-down points on the tapered side like shown in the pics. 

​Yes, the Kingdom Garage does stake out at the corners of the vestibule, and we recommend bringing the Garage into your local REI store to process it.

Shalomesque

I have the older version of the Kingdom 6 (with the orange) will this garage fit?

​Yes, the newer and older (Item #827807) Kingdom 6 tents have the same Connect Tech zipper and work with this Kingdom Garage.

Drew

Hi what is the height of the garage door opening when used as a awning?

​The peak height of this garage is 6 feet. The top of the garage door is slightly lower than the peak height.

Haleyandcatie

What is the peak height of the kingdom garage?

​The peak height of this garage is roughly 6 feet. Towards the end furthest from where it attaches to the tent it gradually tapers down.

VanDan

I'm not sure what year my Kingdom 4 tent is. It's the SAGE/PLATIN 4 PERSON (item number 777-761-0010). Will this garage fit my tent? I have the vestibule which attaches to the tent via 7 plastic hooks. Does that mean I'm outta luck?

​This garage is not compatible with that particular model of the REI Co-op Kingdom 4 Tent because it does not have the Connect Tech zipper.

Andrea

We have a Hobitat 4 with a Connect Tech garage - will our garage fit the Kingdom 8? Or is it too small?

​REI family tents with the Connect Tech zippers will work with the Kingdom Garage or the Connect Tech Garage (the difference is the color).

Amanda

Hello. Does the Kingdom Garage attxh to any other rei tents? Such as the Grand Hut 4-6? Thank you

The Kingdom Garage only attaches to some of our Kingdom tents and some of our Hobitat tents with the Connect Tech Zipper.

Gatekeeper

Is there a garage compatible with a hobitat6?

​The Kingdom Garage will only work with the 2011-12 versions of the Hobitat 6 tents; look for the Connect Tech Zipper in the front of the tent

Doug

My Kingdom 6 does not have the garage connect tech zipper. Can I adapt the garage to use it without the connect tech? 

No, the Kingdom Garage will only work with REI tents with the Connect Tech zipper.

matt

Would this happen to work with a Hobitat 4?

The Kingdom Garage will work with the 2011-12 version of the Hobitat tent. It will not work with the 2007-10 versions.

John

What type of poles do I need to buy to go with the garage?

The REI Co-op Adjustable Tarp Poles are a good option for the awnings:

Agerak

Will this work with the older Hobitat models as it has the same zipper connection?

The Kingdom Garage will fit Hobitat tents with the Connect Tech zipper.

JeasP

Does this fit with the hobitat 6?

​The Kingdom Garage only fits the Hobitat 6 with the Connect Tech zipper.

Srose

What is the height inside the garage?

The peak height is roughly 6 feet at the connection to the tent and tapers to a shorter height.

wmlarso

After connecting to the Connect Tech zipper and zipping to the bottom, there remains about four inches of zipper on the garage side not being used. The excess caused the connection to separate at times. Does the extra length sound right on the garage?

We recommend bringing your tent and garage to an REI retail store to diagnose the problem you are experiencing. If you are unable to visit an REI retail store, please call us at 1-800-426-4840 for further assistance.

Kimkimkim

Can I add a garage to both sides of my 2015 Kingdom 8? I have one on one side already..

​No, the Kingdom tents have only the Connect Tech Zipper on one side of the tent and rainfly set-up to attach the Garage.

happycampers

Is this compatible with the 2011 version of kingdom 4?

This version of the Kingdom Garage is not compatible with the 2011 Kingdom 4.

Steve

I purchased a used REI Hobitat 6 tent  The kingdom is the newer version. Will the kingdom garage fit the Hobitat tent? 

This Garage will work with a Hobitat 6 if your version includes the Connect Tech zipper.

Jbeech01

Any idea how wide the garage is when set up? The strap linking the two sides that goes on the ground broke and I want to repair but don’t know how long it should be. 

​The width of the garage when set up is approximately 100 inches.

Confused9917

I can't locate a "connect tech" zipper on my kingdom 4. The door zippers are proper at each door, but there is no other zipper on the tent.  What should I do?

If your Kingdom tent does not have the Connect Tech Zipper on the awning just above the front door, this garage is not compatible with your tent. The garage is compatible with 2012 and newer tents. Feel free to call directly at (800) 426-4840 if you have further questions.

Bux79

Could the Kingdom 8 footprint work for the garage, or would it be to big or small?

​The footprint is cut to fit under the tent only.

CamperThomas

I have a misplaced the support pole for the Kingdom Garage. Is there a way to purchase a replacement?

For replacement poles, we recommend TentPole Technologies.

JennP

Any chance I could rig this up to work with my basecamp 6? Or does something similar exist for my basecamp tent?

There is no way to attach the Kingdom Garage to a Base Camp tent. Unfortunately, we do not have a similar product for your tent.

The Finglands

I purchased the garage and set it up once in the park near my house for about 30 minutes to see how to set it up, the next time I took it out to camp, the strap that stretches between the pole had torn away from the other side... can this be repaired?

Yes, it should be repairable. REI uses Rainy Pass Repair to repair many gear items. I recommend contacting them for an estimate on repair services:

Carcamper

I have a Hobitat 4. Matching vestibule not available. Would Kingdom Garage fit Hobitat 4?

​The Kingdom Garage will fit the Hobitat tents from 2011 – 12. If your Hobitat does not have a zipper on the front, this garage will work.

Rbryant

I bought the kingdom 8 and garage. Can anyone tell me if it is normal that the zipper connection between the garage and tent is a few inches short on the bottom and the Velcro pieces on the bottom don't match up? 

​When installed correctly the zippers and Velcro all match up.

Hayes93

We just got a kingdom 6 a year ago and it has the tech zipper however we don't need the garage we would just like an additional vestibule to close in the other side. Is there a product available to suit our needs?

As of August 2017, a vestibule to fit your Kingdom tent is not available.

Zanudal

What is the peak hight of the garage? Thank you

At the connection point to the tent, the peak height is roughly 6 feet before tapering to a shorter height.

AHAS

How do I connect this to my Kingdom 8 tent?   We could not get it to work.

The garage attaches to the front of your Kingdom 8 tent. Locate the Connect Tech Zipper underneath the awning near the front door of the tent. Zip the garage into the tent. After the garage has been zipped into place you can stake the end of the garage into the ground. Please contact us via e-mail if you need the original set-up instructions. Please do not list your e-mail address in the Q&A.

mtnjay

what is the width of the "garage door?"

The Kingdom Garage door opening is approximately 63 inches wide.

pullenj

Can you use this without installing the tent's rainfly?

​Yes, the Kingdom Garage can be installed to the Kingdom tent without putting on the rainfly. The Connect Tech Zipper is on the body of the tent.

Kfacchine

Are guy wires included?

Guy lines are not included in the package.

Ginger

How do I secure the garage so the sides can be up and open? We have extendable tent poles mentioned however there is no way to secure them into the ground. They kept tipping over and we could not keep the flaps open. 

​We recommend guying out the tarp pole using guywire and stakes.

Breezy

Hi...I have the Hobitat 4 and was wondering if this will be compatible with it? If not, where can I find a vestibule/garage for my Hobitat 4 tent. Thanks.

The 2011–12 Hobitat 4 tents will work the Kingdom Garage. Please contact us at 800-426-4840 for more details.

Fars

We have an older model Kingdom 6, barcode 77776 80013, bought in 2008 or 20099. Will this garage fit? I keep reading it fits if our tent has the "çonnect tech zippers" but I have not idea what this is.... Can you help? Thanks!

Your Kingdom 6 tent has D-rings on the front to attach a vestibule; there is no Connect Tech zipper. The older model vestibule is no longer available, and this model will not work with your tent.

Hilseverywhere

I have a Kingdon 6 that I bought sometime in 2010. Do you carry a vestibule that would be suitable?

This garage is not compatible with your tent. As of July 2017, we do not carry any vestibules or garages that can be attached to a 2010 Kingdom 6.

emiles

what are dimensions when packed?

The packed dimensions are 20 x 6 inches.

JessP

I have a Hobitat 6 but the garage for it is no longer in stock. Would this Kingdom garage fit with my Hobitat 6?

If your Hobitat 6 has the Connect Tech zipper underneath the awning at the front door, this garage is compatible.

kevindk

I'd like to add some bug netting to the doors. I really think this is a missed feature. Can someone suggest a source of netting I might be able to throw over the top?

You can check with the repair company we recommend, Rainy Pass Repair.

MarkatSamish

I have an older model kingdom 6 . will the current tech garage fit?

​If your Kingdom 6 tent has the Connect Tech zipper under the front awning, this garage will fit.

Kevin

I have a hobitat 4 with the connect tech zipper. Will this work on that as well?

Yes, this garage is compatible with your Hobitat 4 with the Connect Tech Zipper.

James

What are the dimensions of the floor area between an attached tent and the fixed wall where the garage begins to taper in, i.e. across a tent and the width of the door flaps? I'd like to get a floor mat, but don't care about the area that is staked out.

The distance from the point where the garage connects to the tent to just before the taper is 61 inches.

bgcampbell

Will this garage fit the Hobitat 4, item #8299190001, bought in 2015?

This garage is not compatible with the Hobitat 4 tent that you have. The tent does not have a Connect Tech zipper.

Dumbo

I'm considering purchasing that. My kingdom 4 is little old. The color is orange and green. Can i use this with my kingdom 4? Can you send this to Japan?

This garage will fit older models of the Kingdom 4. You can read about international shipping online here:

vscarpato

What are the dimensions of the area underneath the awning part of the Garage only? I'm curious about what size kitchen I can layout in that space with the remaining tapered height portion of the Garage for storage. Thanks!

The kingdom garage is approximately 80 inches in length and 100 inches in width.

Chicho73

I need to find out, if I could still buy the garage for the previous model of the Kingdom 8 tent ?

This garage is compatible with the previous version of the Kingdom 8 tent. Just make sure you have the Connect Tech Zipper on the front awning of your tent.

Cmc baker

Can this be used on its own with out the tent?

​This garage can only be used with the Kingdom 4, 6 or 8 tents.

booboo

Is this compatible with my Kingdom 4 - 7777610010 ? Or is it too old?

​No, this model Kingdom 4 tent was made before we came out with the zipper connected garages.

Kevin2

Will this particular garage work with the Hobitat 4? The old garage is discontinued, but that page directed me here...

The Kingdom Garage will fit any of our tents that the Connect Tech Garage would work on. These garages will work on some Hobitat tents, those with a zipper on the front of the tent.

Donna

can the kingdom garage be used with hooking it to the tent

The Kingdom Garage is designed to connect to Kingdom tents by using the Connect Tech zipper.

Cacciatto

I have the older model Kingdom 6 tent (Item #777768) and am wondering if the Connect Tech Garage is compatible? It seems both are a generation older than what is currently sold. The bar code on the Connect Tech Garage is 482780300011.

​The Kingdom 6 tent, item number 777768, will not work with the Connect Tech or Kingdom garages. This tent was the model before we came out with the Connect Tech accessories and it uses loops and toggles to connect the vestibule. There was never a garage designed to fit this model tent.

Moondog55

Is it possible to join 2 garages together using the zippers? I know it won't stand up on its own but just wondering if it is possible

No, it is not possible to zip or connect 2 garages together.

Brian Janner

I have a Rei Hobitat 4 tent and want to know if the REI Kindom garage will fit it since they no longer make the connect tech garage? 

Yes, if the Hobitat tent will attach to the REI Connect Tech Garage (older Hobitats do not work with this garage), then the Kingdom Garage will also attach to the tent.

Michael823

The pole of my connect garage was bent by very strong wind , can I purchase the pole only but not the whole garage?

REI uses Tent Pole Technologies to make replacement poles. They should be able to make a replacement pole that will fit your Garage properly. They can be contacted at (800) 266-9527 or at the following link:

Indynicolas

When the garage is attached to the Kingdom tent, can the fly on the tent still be rolled back? I assume it can, but can't really tell from any of the pictures or descriptions.

yes , it can. The garage is connected to the tent by a set of zippers designed for garage only. so the fly works the same with or without garage connected.

Take 2

Are there any Sage/Platinum Connect Tech Garages available? Does the newer Willow/Alpaca Kingdom Garage work with the older Sage/Platinum Kingdom 6 tent? Would it use the loop and toggle method of connection?

REI is sold out of the REI Connect Tech Garage. Yes, the new Kingdom Garage works with the previous model Kingdom 6 tent, item number 827807.

daishi

The Sage/Platinum Connect Tech Garage (Item #810167) is no longer available - Does this newer Willow/Alpaca Kingdom Garage (Item #894018) work with the older Sage/Platinum Kingdom 8 (Item #810168)?

Yes, the newer Kingdom Garage is compatible with the older Kingdom 8 tent (810168).

Andy N

Can the two pieces for the garage be separated and can the sloped end section be attached directly to the Kingdom 6?

The Kingdom Garage can only be attached to one tent at a time. The sloped end cannot be attached to a tent. The garage cannot be separated into different pieces.

Diggi15

Are these available in the orange color any longer??

No, the willow/alpaca color is the only available color.

bobsalcedo

So with the garage attached to one door, will the vestuible (sp) fit on the other, back door?

Yes, the garage fits on one end, and the vestibule (which is integral) is on the other end.

adventuresawait

Can this attach to both front and back? 

The Kingdom Garage can only be attached to the front of the Kingdom tents.

Mech77

Will the Kingdom Garage fit a Hobitat 6?

The Kingdom Garage may fit your 2011 – 12 Hobitat 6 tent as long as your Hobitat 6 uses a Connect Tech zipper.

Elktrout

I am curious about the leak points where the hooks are that have been mentioned. Would some seam sealant do the trick? Or is this simply a design issue?  Thx. 

If you find your Kingdom Garage leaks excessively through the loops on the top of the garage, seam sealer is a great option to apply to the underside of the loops on garage to make it waterproof.

farrbelly

can the garage be used separately and also can it be used with the Base Camp 6

The Kingdom Garage is not designed as a standalone structure. No, the Kingdom Garage is not designed to attach to the REI Basecamp tents.

jjp3682

I have minimal camping experience... How do I secure the poles that I'm trying to use to keep the 'garage door' up?

At minimum you could simply tilt the poles away from the garage (upper end further away), and that would probably hold it in place, unless the weight of the door is so much that is pulls them back. However, that would easily collapse in the slightest breeze/drizzle. If using guy lines, there are two options: 1) Use a single line from the top of each pole at a 45 degree angle to the line of the opening/threshold (imagine viewing from directly above). That will pull the door taut along the interior diagonals (in an X-pattern). 2) A much more stable option is to use two lines from the top of each pole. Extend one line at a 90 degree (perpendicular) angle to the line of the opening/threshold, and second line at a parallel angle to the line of the opening/threshold. This will pull the door taut along the outer edges, which are shorter spans, and will create a more rigid front edge. With either option, you wish to also guy out the opposite side of the garage, as that is effectively the counterweight to the lines you're pulling.

kevindryer39

Is this compatible with the Kingdom 4 tent?

Yep!

LisaLibrarian

Do I need the 6' or the 8' poles for the awning?

​Six foot poles are the best size for the Kingdom Garage.

GreggW

Can the door/awning area be separated from the end, allowing the end only to be attached to the tent fly?

The door/awning on the Kingdom Garage cannot be separated from the rest of the garage.

jth

Is the new Kingdom Garage compatible with the (orange & green) 2015 Kingdom 6 tent?

Yes, the zippers between these products are compatible.

CBurch

We have a 2012 Hobitat 4. I know the old Connectech Garage worked with both Hobitat and Kingdom models. Does that mean that this garage is backwards compatible with our Hobitat?

Yes, the Connect Tech Garage and the Kingdom Garages fit the same tents. The only differences are the color and the slight difference in size.

Jess3

To which end of the tent does the garage attach - the vestibule end, or the other side?

The Kingdom Garage attaches to the front of the Kingdom Tent. Look for the zipper on the awning of the tent.

REIMIKEY

does this also cater for the Kingdom 6 tent?

Yes, the Kingdom Garage will work with the Kingdom 6 Tent with the Connect Tech Zipper.

ElvisPepin

Please provide the overall dimensions (width x depth x height). Thanks.

The dimensions for the Kingdom Garage are 100 (width) x 80 (length) inches. The width at the end of the garage will measure 58 inches. At the connection point of the tent, the peak height will be roughly 6 feet and taper to a shorter height.

Cyclone811

I am thinking about buying a Kingdom 8 tent.  What is the difference between this garage and the Connecticut Tech garage?

The Connect Tech Garage is for the previous version of the tent. The Kingdom Garage is updated in color to match the current version of the tent.

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