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(More customer reviews)I bought this tent slightly used in January before the local Sierra Club Wilderness Basics course started. You know it never rains in Southern California? Well, guess what? It rained. All three weekends I have used it so far. I have done enough camping in cheap tents to say that I expected to be drenched in this tent after these extended rains. Instead, not a drop on me.
I will say that I did not comfortably squeeze my pack inside the tent with me (and I am only 5'6" tall). Instead, it was under the small vestibule in a trash bag. In hindsight, I thought it would not fit because my head was a foot from the end of the tent. I was worried about getting wet in the tent. I can't wait to try it again to see if I can get the pack inside.
It has seen 60 mph wind gusts, and 30 mph steady wind (estimated). While the stakes were also "rocked" it held up great. The fly was pulled so tight it did not even flap excessively though it was still very windy. And with so much mesh to the tent, while in the wind and desert, I did end up with quite a bit of fine, silty dust on the dry, windy night.
The tent seemed pretty cozy at first. Especially when others I was with had 1+ or 2 person tents. But the more I used it the more I liked it. I don't think there is much that this tent would not handle.
I do still think it is a bit cozy. One of these days I will probably upgrade to a two person UL tent for about the same weight (just to have the extra room). I will never sell it though. It is too good of a tent.
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MSR Hubba TentOffering a combination of maximum space and minimum weight, the MSR Hubba tent takes livability to the extreme without compromising elbow room or durability. The one-person tent is ideal for backpacking, as its ultra-light frame weighs a mere 2 pounds 13 ounces. At the same time, the tent's unique pole configuration offers plenty of interior space, with a generously sized main cabin, a stay-dry entrance, and a large vestibule for gear storage and food prep. Plus, it's quick and easy to set up after a long day on the trail, with an all-in-one hub-and-swivel pole design that's stronger than ever. Construction details include a polyester or silicon-coated nylon fabric that's durable, waterproof, and UV-resistant; full-featured detailing with bound and seam-taped floors and flies, reinforced stress points, ultra-light stake loops, and user-friendly door toggles; and virtually unbendable Needle stakes that weigh only 0.35 ounces. The Hubba tent--which can be used as a double-wall tent for full protection or in two freestanding tarp-shelter modes when used with an optional footprint (sold separately)--measures 86 by 40 by 26 inches (W x H x D) and carries a lifetime warranty.
About MSR Mountain Safety Research (MSR) designs, manufactures, and markets innovative adventure gear for outdoor enthusiasts. The ever-growing MSR product line is most popular with mountaineers, backpackers, and campers. MSR is the industry leader in reliability and quality with every product it focuses on--tents, stoves, water filters, snowshoes, cookware, climbing gear, fuel, and related accessories. All of MSR's products set the benchmark in performance throughout the specialty outdoor industry. MSR is also one of the most widely distributed brands in the outdoor industry and provides products to more than 1,200 specialty retailers in North America and export to more than 30 countries.
MSR Materials & Workmanship Guarantee MSR warranties the materials and workmanship in every MSR tent to the original owner. If your MSR tent has received proper care, but fails due to a defect in manufacturing, the tent will be repaired or replaced at MSR's discretion. Repairs due to accident, improper care or negligence where MSR is not at fault--including sun degradation, mildew, wear and tear due to hard use--will be performed at a reasonable charge. MSR offers a lifetime warranty to the original owner on all MSR tent framework. If your tent pole breaks, MSR will repair or replace it--free--for the lifetime of the tent, upon postage paid delivery to the MSR Product Service Center. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser. Proof of purchase is required.
Amazon.com Tent Guide Selecting a Tent Fortunately, there are all kinds of tents for weekend car campers, Everest expeditions, and everything in-between. Here are a few things to keep in mind:
Expect the Worst In general, it's wise to choose a tent that's designed to withstand the worst possible conditions you think you'll face. For instance, if you're a summer car camper in a region where weather is predictable, an inexpensive family or all purpose tent will likely do the trick--especially if a vehicle is nearby and you can make a mad dash for safety when bad weather swoops in! If you're a backpacker, alpine climber or bike explorer, or if you like to car camp in all seasons, you'll want to take something designed to handle more adversity.
Three- and Four-Season Tents For summer, early fall and late spring outings, choose a three-season tent. At minimum, a quality three season tent will have lightweight aluminum poles, a reinforced floor, durable stitching, and a quality rain-fly. Some three-season tents offer more open-air netting and are more specifically designed for summer backpacking and other activities. Many premium tents will feature pre-sealed, taped seams and a silicone-impregnated rain-fly for enhanced waterproofness.
For winter camping or alpine travel, go with a four season model. Because they typically feature more durable fabric coatings, as well as more poles, four-season tents are designed to handle heavy snowfall and high winds without collapsing. Of course, four-season tents exact a weight penalty of about 10 to 20 percent in trade for their strength and durability. They also tend to be more expensive.
Domes and Tunnels Tents are broadly categorized into two types, freestanding, which can stand up on their own, and those that must be staked down in order to stand upright. Freestanding tents often incorporate a dome-shaped design, and most four-season tents are constructed this way because a dome leaves no flat spots on the outer surface where snow can collect. Domes are also inherently stronger than any other design. Meanwhile, many three-season models employ a modified dome configuration called a tunnel. These are still freestanding, but they require fewer poles than a dome, use less fabric, and typically have a rectangular floor-plan that offers less storage space than a dome configuration. Many one and two-person tents are not freestanding, but they make up for it by being more lightweight. Because they use fewer poles, they can also be quicker to set up than a dome.
Size Matters Ask yourself how many people you'd like to fit in your fabric hotel now and in the future. For soloists and minimalists, check out one-person tents. If you're a mega-minimalist, or if you have your eye on doing some big wall climbs, a waterproof-breathable bivy sack is the ticket. Some bivy sacks feature poles and stake points to give you a little more breathing room. Also, if you don't need bug protection and you want to save weight, check out open-air shelters.
Families who plan on car camping in good weather can choose from a wide range of jumbo-sized tents that will accommodate all your little ones with room to spare. A wide range of capacities is also available for three- and four-season backpacking and expedition tents. Remember, though, the bigger the tent you buy, the heavier it will be, although it's easy to break up the tent components among several people in your group. It's also helpful to compare the volume and floor-space measurements of models you're considering.
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