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02-22-2008, 13:06
Kelty Teton 2.
I have seen some posts about economical, lightweight options for tents, and rather than respond in every post about (in my view) a dealbreaker, I will do so here.
Had it out on the trail in PA this past September in dry conditions: great!
Had it out on the trail in VA president's day weekend in variable conditions: fair at best.
While the sturdy construction, ventilation, easy set up, and light weight are major plusses, the rainfly is completely insufficient. Not only is the vestibule cramped, but the rainfly does not cover the ends sufficiently to keep moisture out. The tent walls were soaked. On the upside, the floor did not leak, but the tent walls were not adequately protected.
I do not camp enough to justify multiple tents, and was looking for an all weather tent (some sun, some rain, some snow). If you are looking for one too, you might want to look elsewhere.
My reservations about the one window design were baseless, as the ventilation is stellar, but a tent that cannot keep me dry is a no go!
If you want to buy mine, PM me.
Used twice (5 night total) with trimmed polyethylene ground cloth
I have seen some posts about economical, lightweight options for tents, and rather than respond in every post about (in my view) a dealbreaker, I will do so here.
Had it out on the trail in PA this past September in dry conditions: great!
Had it out on the trail in VA president's day weekend in variable conditions: fair at best.
While the sturdy construction, ventilation, easy set up, and light weight are major plusses, the rainfly is completely insufficient. Not only is the vestibule cramped, but the rainfly does not cover the ends sufficiently to keep moisture out. The tent walls were soaked. On the upside, the floor did not leak, but the tent walls were not adequately protected.
I do not camp enough to justify multiple tents, and was looking for an all weather tent (some sun, some rain, some snow). If you are looking for one too, you might want to look elsewhere.
My reservations about the one window design were baseless, as the ventilation is stellar, but a tent that cannot keep me dry is a no go!
If you want to buy mine, PM me.
Used twice (5 night total) with trimmed polyethylene ground cloth