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I justed wanted to take minute and thank everyone who chimed in and tried to help out. Here's how it played out.
I ended up deploying for Wildland Fire Medical Support and got back one week ago from Oregon.
I purchased the Marmot Tungsten Ultralight 3 Person tent. I was unable to get the Footprint, which I think is a good idea for insurance, but it was out stock.
The tent arrived the day before I left, via 2 day shipping. They shipped it pretty quickly. The first time I set the tent up was in the dark. I was able to get it together, without issues. There was one piece of tent pole that was about 6-8" long, not sure what that is for ?
It was helpful that I brought a hammer, not only to pound in the stakes, but more importantly, to get them out of the ground. I am glad I got the 3 Person and not the 2 person, so that I had room not only, for me but also for my two duffel bags. The tent is light weight and has nice features. It worked out fine. It is a 2 season tent, I guess at some point I may find out how it does in colder, snowier, windier conditions. But, for the money, it fit the need perfectly so far. I do recommend it.
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Good choice but a three season tent. Here is a good deal on a four season tent, https://www.sierra.com/the-north-face-alpine-guide-tent-3-person-4-season~p~985pr/?filterString=tents~d~228%2F I would be tempted to snag one of these while you can for severe weather.
Not sure if you can add another vestibule or not looks like enough room for boots only on the small side.
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The ad seems to be written by a Chinaman....
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Chinese Pomoly Hex plus tent arrived tonight 6 days after I ordered it, set it up mid 20,s and snowing. Put my stove in it and 5 minutes later about 50 F, material seems nice, seam sealed, well vented, and reflective on the inside so not much light to make it bright in side. Should work for boat camping and mild winter camping.
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I’ve mostly used hilleberg tents. They are bombproof and last for years, I’ve never had issues with their durability and I’ve sat through some nasty storms while sheep and goat hunting.
I prefer the free standing models, I have a soulo (1 person) and an allak (2 person), both are free standing. They are a bit heavy but it’s nice to be able to not even worry about the tent making it through a blow down.
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Marmot makes good gear that you can count on to perform well in extreme conditiions. Take a look at this Marmot Fortress tent. Marmot Fortress It weighs 5# 9oz., and has good reviews but I haven't personall y used it. Only two poles???? Is it really a 4-season tent??? I use Marmot products, had very good luck with them. I have the Marmot Limestone tent, it's a 6 person pig weighing in at 17+ pounds. It has its place and time, built tuff, lots of heavy fabric reinforcement, no failures. I've had it in 50 and 60mph gusts, it blows flat a bit but stays intact and pops back as the gusts subside. Probably wouldn't do that of I had all the tie downs in place that its D ringed up for Pretty good midrange tent at about 400 bucks. That tent you posted the link to that you use is badazzed. I bet it doesn't mind the wind.
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those tents looks great, really like the 'baker' style
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Jeff was pretty windy last night and the TP style did well. It should work well for my uses.
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You install the stove jack yourself? never mind. saw that included
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thanks. Looks like a good tent.A bit heavy for a pack in tent though
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I have LW tents wanted one for boating and camping off the road here in Alaska
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Saw some weird trends in tents while camping in Montana this past summer. Seen about 6 different camps using those quick popup Ice Fishing tents, they seemed valid, pretty tuff and easy to setup but no floors. What was totally new to me were the Roof Top tents, they were every where. I had to look them up to see what they cost, they ring in at anywhere from a grand to $2500.00! I doubt I'll be sleeping in one of those anytime soon, I'm thinking they will be a passing trend.
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Get the the VE-25 or the Guide. Very strong, roomy design that has survived many climbing trips and hunts in severe winter conditions.
Mountain Hardwear VE-3 (6.5lb) or the ACI (7.3lb) single wall 4 season. Best in freezing environments.
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I’m in the same boat as other posters
Tough to have a light weight 4 season tent, it’s sorta like the quest for light weight, durable, breathable, completely impervious to rain, rain gear. It doesn’t exist.
I’ve spent 42 days at a time, longest for me, living in a tent. The arctic ovens were by far the most warm & comfortable, but as mentioned heavy. The cabelas guide tents didn’t hold up to high winds as the eureka tents we had, all 4-6 man for two clients. Also the high sided arctic ovens had to be tucked firmly in the brush to hold up to the storms that blew through. Don’t know the wind speeds, but it sailed a 12’ raft w floorboards & a 15 hp motor off the beach back into the brush prolly 20-30 yards. Those nights were tough staying up to re-guy & restake all the tents.
Trying to stay outa the $1000 tent arena, of all the suggestions I’ve seen so far as your best compromise for your needs/desires, my vote goes to the ve-25. Mine came w 2 flys iirc making it both a ve-24 & 25 🤷🏻♂️ They used to run around $525 new, but I’m almost sure to have gone up in price.
You won’t get the two exits unless they’ve changed things, but on the 25 version you have a big door & ample vestibule. It’s heaven for space for one guy & not uncomfortable for two. Plenty of guys & stakes & the yellow color makes things seem brighter & more cheery when sitting out storms. Good luck on your quest
But based on what I’ve read the TNF ve-25 should be a strong contender
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