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7/08/2011

Black Diamond Ahwahnee Tent 2-Person 4-Season Review

Black Diamond Ahwahnee Tent 2-Person 4-Season
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With this 2 man tent you don't need 2 tents: one for winter and one for the tropics.I was worried before I purchased about condensation on a single wall tent but it turns out this is no problem.Ventillation is excellent - summer or winter!I use it as a one man tent (it's light enough!) and it is sooo roomy and bright.When the weather is fine and warm just unzip both doors for a 6 billion star view.It is unlike any tent I have ever owned.Follow instructions for setting up and it is then easy. It's probably not up to full on winter gales when pitched in stupid places but for anything else it covers it all - and with style!

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Product Description:
This season Bibler introduces a new well-ventilated, two-door version of the infamous four-season Ahwahnee2. Two full side doors provide for an open-air feeling, while increasing both ventilation and ease of exit and entry?without increasing the retail price. Wide awnings cover each door while the Ahwahnee's low profile design sheds both wind and weather. This is a great tent for anyone who plans to travel across multiple climates?from the desert to high alpine environments.

Product Features

    Material: ToddTex
    Freestanding: Yes
    Poles: 2 1/2
    Pole Material: Easton Aluminum 7075-E9 .340in
    Doors: 2
    Clip/ Sleeve: Internal sleeveless
    Floor Space: 33.1sq ft
    Interior Height: 45in
    Vestibule Space: Not included, 13sq ft
    Seam Sealed: Yes
    Bathtub Floor: Yes
    Ventilation: Mesh doors
    Packed Size: 8 x 19in
    Weight: 5lb 8oz
    Recommended Use: Four-season camping, backpacking
    Warranty: Lifetime
    Country of Origin: China


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4/15/2011

Chinook North Star 3-Person Fiberglass Pole Tent Review

Chinook North Star 3-Person Fiberglass Pole Tent
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I have set up many tents all with ease however I have set this one up over twenty times and it still takes me more than 20 min to set up. The stakes it comes with are cheap and I can bend them with my bare hands. The poles seem okay, however the joints are starting to stay bent funny ways after being set up. Im hoping this isnt bad for the poles but it doesn't look good. The fly is nice and keeps my nice and dry. However the inner tent has pathetic venting and acts like a greenhouse. When the sun comes up in the morning about 5 minutes later the tent is already about 10 degrees warmer than it is outside. Therefore a bad choice in warm weather.

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Product Description:
North Star 3 Person Tent, Fiberglass poles. Capacity: 3 person - Tent weight: 7.7 lbs (3.5 kg) - Poles: 2 + vestibule - Height: 4-Feet (120 cm) - Floor: 5-Feet7 x 6-Feet9-Inch (170 x 205 cm) - Tent area: 38 ft2 (3.5 m2) - with Vestibule area: 57 ft2 (5.3 m2)

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4/01/2011

Big Agnes Big House 4 Tent: 4-Person 3-Season Review

Big Agnes Big House 4 Tent: 4-Person 3-Season
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This tent was fantastic for 2 people and a dog, car camping through the National Parks in Utah, Colorado and Wyoming on a 60-night trip!

Had temps from a high of 102 to a low of 34, and several thunderstorms.This tent was great in all, although I'd opt for something smaller (to concentrate body heat) with less screen if I was doing a trip solely in cold weather.

Very sturdy in winds, assuming you use the guy lines (we added more -- there are plenty of attachment points).Having three poles makes it very stable, and metal poles are much tougher than fiberglass.

The best thing about this tent in really hot areas is that the poles and guy lines are set up so that you can roll the sides of the rain fly up to allow for maximum ventilation WITHOUT taking the fly off.This means that if rain hits, it literally takes about 30 seconds to unroll the sides and clip them down.This is a HUGE advantage over many other "well-ventilated" tents.We had many other campers asking to see our tent when they saw the rolled up sides.See the photo I posted above showing the how the sides can roll up without disturbing the guy lines.

The only negative is that in a real downpour, the zipper fabric wicks up water and a little ends up on the inside of the tent.So I guess I wouldn't use in it a rain forest!

We've now done over 100 nights in this tent, and highly recommend it for car camping (too heavy for backpacking).The carry bag that comes with it is the best I've ever gotten with a tent -- poles and everything fit perfectly and there's enough room that a real person (not just the machine at the factory) can make it fit.

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Product Description:
Take the family car camping with the Big Agnes Big House 4 Tent for four people. This large, spacious three-season tent features easy set-up so you can pitch it in a hurry and move on to making dinner for your hungry kids. Big Agnes made set-up a cinch with color-coded poles that both slide through sleeves and clip onto the main body and buckles that attach the fly. Mesh floor pockets help family members stay organized, and a high ceiling means that you don't have to crawl into this tent. When a storm rolls in, the fly keeps you dry, and a built-in welcome mat gives kids a place to stand or sit while they remove their shoes. The Big House Tent packs into a briefcase style carrying bag, so it's as easy to pack as it is to set up. Split between two adults, you could carry this luxe tent into the backcountry.

Product Features

    Material: [Body] Polyester ripstop and polyester with 15K waterproof PU coating; [floor] polyester with 15K waterproof PU coating; [fly] polyester with 15K waterproof PU coating
    Freestanding: Yes
    Poles: 3
    Pole Material: 7001 Aluminum
    Doors: 2 D-shaped
    Clip / Sleeve: Clip and sleeve
    Floor Space: [l x w] 100 x 82-96in (254 x 208.3-244cm); [area] 65sq ft (6sq m)
    Interior Height: 68in (172.7cm)
    Vestibule Space: N / A
    Seam Sealed: Yes
    Bathtub Floor: Yes
    Ventilation: Mesh door, windows
    Packed Size: 4 x 4 x 26in (10 x 10 x 66cm)
    Weight: 10lb 13oz (4904g)
    Recommended Use: 3-Season camping
    Warranty: Limited lifetime


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2/21/2011

Kelty Teton 2 Footprint Review

Kelty Teton 2 Footprint
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It is exactly tailored to the special shape of the tent--having rings located at the four corners so that the tent's press-fit poles directly connect it to the tent itself--and works very well in protecting the floor of the actual tent as well as keeping it nice and dry.And because it was made to fit the Teton 2 specifically, the footprint is completely hidden once the tent is fully assembled.

While tarps are often used for the same purpose, they can be hard to manage being that they're often big, heavy, noisy and just dowright cumbersome.The footprint, however, is light, cleans and dries easily & quickly, and packs right along with the rest of the tent while in storage.I definitely made the right decision spending the extra $30 and would heavily recommend it to anyone even considering the Teton 2 as a tent purchase.

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Product Description:
The Kelty Teton 2 Footprint is a coated nylon tarp placed underneath your Kelty Teton 2 tent to protect its floor from abrasion and wear. A bit smaller than the tent floor, the Teton 2 Footprint is the perfect size to prevent pooling water during rainy weather.

Product Features

    Country of origin: China


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1/11/2011

Eureka E! Power Pak for N!ergy Tents Review

Eureka E Power Pak for Nergy Tents
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Positives
Noiseless power anywhere. With the addition of a 110 invertor, you can run most any gadget without worrying about finding an outlet.
Compact size. Too heavy by far for backpacking, car campers will love this if they've always wanted to be able to run their computers in their tents. Or tailgaters who have a TV to hook up and only a small spot left to pack in power.

Negatives
Eureka customer service. Don't expect them to respond to questions posed via email and be prepared to wait a while for phone support.
Very small charge in the end. It takes 8 hours (when using your wall outlet) to charge and less than an hour to drain. They don't mention that part in any of the pre-purchase materials. If you are running a laptop off of it, expect just under an hour. If you are running a TV, plan on 30-45 minutes, depending on the size (13 or 15 inch). Power tools get about 15 minutes. All that is spelled out clearly on the paperwork you get only after you buy.

Summary
If you are looking to power a small lamp or fan in your tent or be able to re-charge your cell phone, this works fine. If you want to use it for laptops, digital cameras and such, plan on getting less than an hour of power for an all night charge.

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Product Description:
Would you like your roughing it to be a little less rough? Consider the Eureka E! Power Pak, a safe, durable power system that lets you bring reading lights, fans, and other 12-volt powered accessories on your family camping trips. Compatible with Eureka's N!ergy tents, the E! Power Pak plugs easily into your tent's factory-installed E! Power wiring system, with three built-in outlets providing all the portable power you need. Even better, the system is a breeze to charge: simply plug it into any home outlet or your car's 12-volt power supply before you leave for your vacation. Once charged, the internal battery maintains its charge for up to three months when not in use, with a sealed battery that's guaranteed not to leak or spill. And there's no guesswork involved with the E! Power Pak's charge, as the battery includes easy-to-read status LEDs that indicate when the unit is at full power, 75 percent charged, or 50 percent or less.
Housed in a durable rust- and corrosion-proof polypropylene case that resists fuels and solvents, the E! Power Pak includes a sure-grip handle for easy carrying and an easy-access 12-volt cigarette lighter outlet with a rubber safety cover. The item measures 8 by 7.5 by 5.25 inches (W x H x D), weighs 8 pounds, and carries a one-year limited warranty.
About Eureka
Though the exact year is unknown, Eureka's long history begins prior to 1895 in Binghamton, New York, where the company still resides today. Then known as the Eureka Tent & Awning Company, its first wares were canvas products--most notably, Conestoga wagon covers and horse blankets for nineteenth century American frontiersmen--as well as American flags, store awnings, and camping tents.
The company increased production of its custom canvas products locally throughout the 1930s and during the 1940 and even fabricated and erected the IBM "tent cities" just outside Binghamton. The seven acres of tents housed thousands of IBM salesmen during the company's annual stockholders meeting, which had since outgrown its previous locale. In the 1940s, with the advent of World War II and the increased demand for hospital ward tents, Eureka expanded operations and began shipping tents worldwide. Ultimately, upon the post-war return of the GIs and the resultant housing shortage, Eureka turned its attention to the home front during the 1950s by supplying awnings for the multitude of mobile homes that were purchased.
In 1960, Eureka's new and innovative Draw-Tite tent, with its practical, free standing external frame, was used in a Himalayan Expedition to Nepal by world renowned Sir Edmund Hillary, the first person documented to summit Mt. Everest only six years earlier. In 1963, Eureka made history during its own Mt. Everest ascent, with more than 60 of its tents sheltering participants from fierce 60+ mph winds and temperatures reaching below -20

12/30/2010

Eureka K-2 XT 8'11-Foot by 7'8 -Foot Three-Person Four-Season Expedition Tent Review

Eureka K-2 XT 8'11-Foot by 7'8 -Foot Three-Person Four-Season Expedition Tent
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This has to be my favorite Eureka 4-season tent. If I only had one tent for everything (yeah, right!), this would be the one. The geodesic dome shape (4 aircraft aluminum poles) is incredibly strong...maybe the strongest of all tent designs. Ripstop fabric with extra waterproof coating will stop rain, snow and ice and the unique guy-line arrangement gives me some flexibilty when anchoring this tent. Like my Alpenlite 2XT, this tent comes with two vestibules and the rear vesti can be accessed from inside the tent via a second/back door. I wasn't sure about all the vents at first but I'm finding that they make the tent a good choice for warmer weather, too! I've posted a bunch of pictures for this tent so take a look. If there is a down side to this tent...it's a bit heavy for a backpack. The fix for this?...I fall back on Boy Scout training and divide the components. I'll carry the tent body and my friend Sharon Sharalike gets the rainfly, poles and stakes. An outstanding tent!!!

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Product Description:
Eureka's most roomiest and popular 4-season tent, the K-2 XT geodesic dome-style tent is built to handle the most extreme and demanding winter conditions. It features two doors and two vestibules (measuring 12 and 6.25 square foot in area) for additional storage as well as protection from the weather when entering/exiting the tent. The larger front vestibule is hooped with an external pole for strength and uses quick-release buckles for an easy set up. The durable Stormshield Plus polyester fly includes a large, clear PU window panel. This tent has two doors (with windows), two scoop vents, vestibule vents, two large sidewall vents, and two roof vents. Eureka's patented High/Low doors vent from the top and/or bottom provide even more options for moderating air flow.
The 8.5 mm 7001-T6 aluminum frame (four poles) has a specially formulated cold weather shockcord, and the clips and post and grommet corner attachments promise a fast set up when faced with extreme weather conditions. All fly and floor seams taped and factory sealed for superior weather protection. Other features include reflective web, storm guyouts for nighttime visibility, 14-pocket organizer wall, four gear loft loops, and one flashlight loop
Specifications:

    Area: 52 square feet plus 12- and 6.5-square foot vestibules
    Floor size: 9 feet by 7 feet, 6 inches
    Center height: 4 feet
    Wall fabrics: 1.9-ounce permeable nylon/40D no-see-um
    Floor fabrics: 1.9-ounce Taffeta nylon with 3000mm coating
    Fly fabrics: StormShield Plus Ripstop Polyester Taffeta with 1800mm coating
    Pack size: 8 by 30 inches
    Weight: 11 pounds, 6 ounces

About Eureka
Though the exact year is unknown, Eureka's long history begins prior to 1895 in Binghamton, New York, where the company still resides today. Then known as the Eureka Tent & Awning Company, its first wares were canvas products--most notably, Conestoga wagon covers and horse blankets for nineteenth century American frontiersmen--as well as American flags, store awnings, and camping tents.
The company increased production of its custom canvas products locally throughout the 1930s and during the 1940 and even fabricated and erected the IBM "tent cities" just outside Binghamton. The seven acres of tents housed thousands of IBM salesmen during the company's annual stockholders meeting, which had since outgrown its previous locale. In the 1940s, with the advent of World War II and the increased demand for hospital ward tents, Eureka expanded operations and began shipping tents worldwide. Ultimately, upon the post-war return of the GIs and the resultant housing shortage, Eureka turned its attention to the home front during the 1950s by supplying awnings for the multitude of mobile homes that were purchased.
In 1960, Eureka's new and innovative Draw-Tite tent, with its practical, free standing external frame, was used in a Himalayan Expedition to Nepal by world renowned Sir Edmund Hillary, the first person documented to summit Mt. Everest only six years earlier. In 1963, Eureka made history during its own Mt. Everest ascent, with more than 60 of its tents sheltering participants from fierce 60+ mph winds and temperatures reaching below -20

12/20/2010

Eureka Tetragon 7 Adventure 7-Foot by 7-Foot Three-Person Tent Review

Eureka Tetragon 7 Adventure 7-Foot by 7-Foot Three-Person Tent
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I'm not an avid camper so I knew I didn't need an expensive tent, but I also didn't want to skimp out and get a cheapo tent.The Eureka line fit the bill quite nicely.I was deciding between the Tetragon 7 and Apex XT since I'd be using it for 2 people and I wanted it to be lightweight enough for backpacking.After reading many reviews I went with the Tetragon 7 (and I'm very happy with my decision) for a few reasons:
1. Tent 'person' ratings tend to be liberal.A '2 person' tent is reasonably spaced for 2 average sized people, but leaves little room for extra gear and packs.Since I always put my backpack and gear IN the tent, I went a 3-person tent where my gear takes the place of the 3rd person.I'm definitely glad I went with this size.
2. The Tetragons have good rain flies.I read reviews of this tent having leaking problems, which was something that was swaying me toward the Apex XT which seems to have a nicer fly.Admittedly I haven't experienced inclimate weather yet, but I sealed the seams and have an extra tarp just in case the weather gets rough.I think the Tetragon 7 will work well for my uses.
3. Eureka's lifetime warranty is reassuring.
4. As I mentioned, the packaged tent is fairly lightweight and easy for a backpacking trip.
5. Setup was incredibly easy, I must not have camped in a long time because I could have sworn tents were hard to setup.It only took 2 minutes to get the tent up and fly on.
I'm very happy with my decision and especially Amazon's cheap price.As an intermediate camping person (1-3 trips/year) this tent is perfect for my purposes.If I was an avid camper, I might splurge on a more expensive tent, but this one is great for me!

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Product Description:
A great choice for car camping, base camp, or three-season backpacking, the Eureka Tetragon 7 rectangular dome tent comfortably sleeps three people. The double-coated StormShield polyester fly and the polyester bathtub floor combine to provide excellent weather protection. This free-standing, two-pole tent is quick and easy to set up with its durable shockcorded fiberglass frame, ring and pin attachments, and color coded webbing.
It's well ventilated, thanks to two vents and large areas of mesh in the side walls. The double-coated polyester hooded fly won't stretch, and it allows front and rear windows to remain open even in rain. Other features include:

    Twin track zippers for separate operation of the window in the door
    Brim over twin-track, side-opening door offers protected front entry
    External guy points on the fly help secure your tent in high winds
    Natural green color scheme blends into any campground
    Hanging gear loft and two detachable interior storage pockets
    Mesh panels allow for clip-in accessories
    Tent, pole, and stake bags included

Specifications:

    Area: 49 square feet
    Floor size: 7 feet by 7 feet
    Center height: 4 feet, 4 inches
    Wall fabrics: 1.9-ounce 75D 210T polyester taffeta with 800mm coating
    Floor fabrics: 1.9-ounce 75D 210T polyester taffeta with 800mm coating
    Fly fabrics: 1.9-ounce 75D 185T StormShield polyester with 800mm coating
    Pack size: 6 by 27 inches
    Weight: 6 pounds, 10 ounces

About Eureka
Though the exact year is unknown, Eureka's long history begins prior to 1895 in Binghamton, New York, where the company still resides today. Then known as the Eureka Tent & Awning Company, its first wares were canvas products--most notably, Conestoga wagon covers and horse blankets for nineteenth century American frontiersmen--as well as American flags, store awnings, and camping tents.
The company increased production of its custom canvas products locally throughout the 1930s and during the 1940 and even fabricated and erected the IBM "tent cities" just outside Binghamton. The seven acres of tents housed thousands of IBM salesmen during the company's annual stockholders meeting, which had since outgrown its previous locale. In the 1940s, with the advent of World War II and the increased demand for hospital ward tents, Eureka expanded operations and began shipping tents worldwide. Ultimately, upon the post-war return of the GIs and the resultant housing shortage, Eureka turned its attention to the home front during the 1950s by supplying awnings for the multitude of mobile homes that were purchased.
In 1960, Eureka's new and innovative Draw-Tite tent, with its practical, free standing external frame, was used in a Himalayan Expedition to Nepal by world renowned Sir Edmund Hillary, the first person documented to summit Mt. Everest only six years earlier. In 1963, Eureka made history during its own Mt. Everest ascent, with more than 60 of its tents sheltering participants from fierce 60+ mph winds and temperatures reaching below -20

12/13/2010

Eureka Tetragon 9 Family 9-Foot by 9-Foot Four-Person Tent Review

Eureka Tetragon 9 Family 9-Foot by 9-Foot Four-Person Tent
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I shopped for months before I bought this tent, and I have few regrets. Our first outing, the overnight thunderstorm and winds were epic in their proportions: 2 inches of rain blew through the forest within 3 hrs. Here in Florida, that's standard issue for summertime. I had sealed the fly seams, and the rain didn't penetrate our tent. But we weren't entirely dry, and here's the "caveat:" Eureka says you can "leave the window and door open" during rain because of the door/window "hooded fly." Don't do it if the rain is blowing because it will blow *under* the hood, through the no-see-um mesh, and dampen your sleeping bag.
Don't get me wrong: The rain penetration was not due to any manufacturer's defect; on the contrary--I opened the door and window zippers just a little for ventilation (it was 80 degrees during the storm). But I paid the price.
Buy this reasonably priced, roomy, features-laden tent and enjoy it as we have. Just don't open the window or door zippers during a heavy storm.

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Product Description:
A great choice for car camping or use as a base camp, the Eureka Tetragon 9 rectangular dome tent comfortably sleeps five people. The double-coated StormShield polyester fly and the polyester bathtub floor combine to provide excellent weather protection. This free-standing, two-pole tent is quick and easy to set up with its durable shockcorded fiberglass frame, ring and pin attachments, and color coded webbing.
It's well ventilated, thanks to two vents and large areas of mesh in the side walls. The double-coated polyester hooded fly won't stretch, and it allows front and rear windows to remain open even in rain. Other features include:

    Twin track zippers for separate operation of the window in the door
    External guy points on the fly help secure your tent in high winds
    Natural green color scheme blends into any campground
    Hanging gear loft and two detachable interior storage pockets
    Clothes line loop, flashlight loop
    Mesh panels allow for clip-in accessories
    Tent, pole, and stake bags included

Specifications:

    Area: 81 square feet
    Floor size: 9 feet by 9 feet
    Center height: 6 feet
    Wall fabrics: 1.9-ounce 75D 210T polyester taffeta with 800mm coating
    Floor fabrics: 1.9-ounce 75D 210T polyester taffeta with 800mm coating
    Fly fabrics: 1.9-ounce 75D 185T StormShield polyester with 800mm coating
    Pack size: 8 by 28 inches
    Weight: 11 pounds, 10 ounces

About Eureka
Though the exact year is unknown, Eureka's long history begins prior to 1895 in Binghamton, New York, where the company still resides today. Then known as the Eureka Tent & Awning Company, its first wares were canvas products--most notably, Conestoga wagon covers and horse blankets for nineteenth century American frontiersmen--as well as American flags, store awnings, and camping tents.
The company increased production of its custom canvas products locally throughout the 1930s and during the 1940 and even fabricated and erected the IBM "tent cities" just outside Binghamton. The seven acres of tents housed thousands of IBM salesmen during the company's annual stockholders meeting, which had since outgrown its previous locale. In the 1940s, with the advent of World War II and the increased demand for hospital ward tents, Eureka expanded operations and began shipping tents worldwide. Ultimately, upon the post-war return of the GIs and the resultant housing shortage, Eureka turned its attention to the home front during the 1950s by supplying awnings for the multitude of mobile homes that were purchased.
In 1960, Eureka's new and innovative Draw-Tite tent, with its practical, free standing external frame, was used in a Himalayan Expedition to Nepal by world renowned Sir Edmund Hillary, the first person documented to summit Mt. Everest only six years earlier. In 1963, Eureka made history during its own Mt. Everest ascent, with more than 60 of its tents sheltering participants from fierce 60+ mph winds and temperatures reaching below -20

12/12/2010

Eureka Grand Manan 7 Tent Review

Eureka Grand Manan 7 Tent
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I bought the Grand Manan 7 to replace an old Coleman tent and just recently took it out for a 3 night camping trip in Tillamook.The setup of this tent is pretty straight forward with a color coded part that helps you orient the rainfly correctly.I was very impressed with how well this tent breathed - way less moisture than the Coleman I had.Having said that, there are some things that you should be aware of:

1. Seam sealing the rainfly is a must at the very least, be prepared to do that *before* you go camping.

2. The instructions are a little weak, so if you haven't setup your fair share of tents, it might be a little difficult.

3. The poles provided are not those nice seamless joint ones making it sort of a chore to thread them through the mesh channels - this is the only reason why the tent gets a 4/5 instead of 5/5.

Hope this helps.

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Product Description:
You'll be untra-comfortable inside our new Grand Manan 7. With straight lower walls to maximize interior space and a roll up fly for 4-way ventilation this is an ideal 3 person, 3 season tent. Floor size is 7'X6' with a 4' 3" center with 2 doors and 4 windows. There is 21% more headroom than a standard 2-pole dome and 16% more volume with our strainght wall design.

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12/09/2010

Eureka Alpenlite 2XT 7.5-Foot by 4.5-Foot Two-Person Four-Season Expedition Tent Review

Eureka Alpenlite 2XT 7.5-Foot by 4.5-Foot Two-Person Four-Season Expedition Tent
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the ventalation system is good but it gets hot in the summer when the sun hits the tent!the construction is extremly sturdy I cant wait until the snow starts fallin so I can take it out to the backcountry!!!the 6 pole system is a dream, but get a foot print cuz the bottom is kind of thin without!!best purchase I have made in a while!!
blaza

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Product Description:
The Alpenlite 2XT--Eureka's lightest, most compact 4-season tent--offers uncompromising shelter from the elements, plenty of ventilation options, and enough room for two sleepers. It features a strong A-frame design with steep walls that's optimal for shedding snow. One of the best ventilated tents available, it boasts on door, two roof vents, one rear window, and four side vents. Eureka's patented High/Low doors vent from the top and/or bottom provide even more options for moderating air flow.
The attached front dual-zippered vestibule is handy for excess gear and easy entry/exit, and it features a cold weather PU transparent window to brighten the interior. The 7001-T6 aluminum frame has a specially formulated cold weather shockcord, and the clips and post and grommet corner attachments promise a fast set up when faced with extreme weather conditions. The compact folding frame sections fit into bike panniers or inside a backpack. Other features include four pockets, four gear loft loops, one flashlight loop, clothesline loops, and lightweight/reflective web guyout points on fly. Carry bags and stakes included.
Specifications:

    Area: 31 square feet with 11 square foot vestibule
    Floor size: 7 feet, 6 inches by 4 feet, 6 inches
    Center height: 3 feet, 4 inches
    Wall fabrics:
    Floor fabrics:
    Fly fabrics:
    Pack size: 6 by 19 inches
    Weight: 7 pounds, 7 ounces

About Eureka
Though the exact year is unknown, Eureka's long history begins prior to 1895 in Binghamton, New York, where the company still resides today. Then known as the Eureka Tent & Awning Company, its first wares were canvas products--most notably, Conestoga wagon covers and horse blankets for nineteenth century American frontiersmen--as well as American flags, store awnings, and camping tents.
The company increased production of its custom canvas products locally throughout the 1930s and during the 1940 and even fabricated and erected the IBM "tent cities" just outside Binghamton. The seven acres of tents housed thousands of IBM salesmen during the company's annual stockholders meeting, which had since outgrown its previous locale. In the 1940s, with the advent of World War II and the increased demand for hospital ward tents, Eureka expanded operations and began shipping tents worldwide. Ultimately, upon the post-war return of the GIs and the resultant housing shortage, Eureka turned its attention to the home front during the 1950s by supplying awnings for the multitude of mobile homes that were purchased.
In 1960, Eureka's new and innovative Draw-Tite tent, with its practical, free standing external frame, was used in a Himalayan Expedition to Nepal by world renowned Sir Edmund Hillary, the first person documented to summit Mt. Everest only six years earlier. In 1963, Eureka made history during its own Mt. Everest ascent, with more than 60 of its tents sheltering participants from fierce 60+ mph winds and temperatures reaching below -20