Yeah I've done that. Did make it better, but still pretty slippery.Quote:
Originally Posted by The Claw
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Yeah I've done that. Did make it better, but still pretty slippery.Quote:
Originally Posted by The Claw
Last time out, a couple of weeks ago, shared a MSR Hubba Hubba with a mate. I'm 6'1", he's 6'5", both fitted okay.A storm blew in during the night but the tent was fine, really recommend them, 1.3kg if I remember.
Had a few night in mine now, going good. Can confirm you can get two men and a dog in there.
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@Tahr bound, just looking at your pics .. what do you think of those absolute wilderness freeze dried meals ??
A lot more like real food than backcountry. Smaller servings. $12 a pop. Taste really good.
If you were more motivated than me you could make them yourself easily, they really aren't anything hugely special.
what tent is that Ruben? sorry i dont really know how to spell ya name!
Hey Aaron, it's a big agnes ultralight 2 model.Quote:
Originally Posted by Smiddy
My Tarptent StratoSpire 2 turned up yesterday. Will prob set it up on the lawn today and have a play.
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Originally Posted by Tahr-Bound
Fly Creek UL2?
Sorry yes, that's the one. Fly creek UL2. Only $400ish NZD from eBay.Quote:
Originally Posted by kokako
Shit that's a good price.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tahr-Bound
So if money was no object what is the best for two persons taking into account weight, bulk, and ability to withstand the weather ? Was looking at an MSR before reading the posts
You'll get 10 different answers to that, TJM!
Took the Tarptent StratoSpire 2 out on a trip. It was A-MAZING. Good space for two and enough storage for two large packs with the 2 vestibules.
With the vestibules zipped down and the bathtub floor design it would be able to handle some seriously wet weather I'd imagine. Very stable.
At 1.3kg's and its pack down size it'd be a tough one to beat.
My one concern was the condensation. When we woke up, the mesh inner was touching the fly and some was dripping through. "Bugger," I thought, "found a flaw." But nope! A quick look revealed that you could unclip both sides of the full mesh inner and instead attach it to bungy cord. I immediately did this and problem solved - the gap between both was significant even with the laden fly. They must have included that feature for more head room when you don't have to worry about condensation. Utter genius. Even my wife was impressed at that point.
do you use this with trekking poles? or does it come with poles?Quote:
Originally Posted by MattyP
You can order a pole set as well when you order one - about $15 if I recall correctly. We use those and they work fine. They're light as he'll and doesn't effect the pack down size.Quote:
Originally Posted by JP100
Thanks for the info Matty, next question is where to purchase one ?
If its a Tarptent that you are wanting then direct from Tarptent: Tarptent Ultralight SheltersQuote:
Originally Posted by TJM
Cheers Claw
Yup, straight from their site. I had them seam seal it and ordered the poles as mentioned. The seam sealing is a pain to find on their site - think i had to use search or something. Costs $25 to have them do it, or you can buy one of their kits and do it yourself and save a few bucks. I couldn't be bothered.
Oh - and you probably won't have to pay duty despite paying over $400.
Any one have an end pole for an old macpac olympus tent. I have tried everywhere and no one has any??? (There are three poles for the olympus. 2 short for the ends and one long for the middle hoop. I need one for the end)
Tent was made in the early 90's So they claim it as old shape when the new one looks the same to me.
Could you make one or get one made ?
Twin Needle in ChCh make poles to measure.Quote:
Originally Posted by R93
Cheers
If I new where they could be made I would send in the buggered one and get them to copy it. It is an awesome wee tent.Quote:
Originally Posted by 7mmsaum
Cheers Tahr. I actually asked them and they told me no? I will try again, thanks.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tahr
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Originally Posted by 7mmsaum
I have one of these too and an Olympus which I never take anywhere because the fucker weighs more than me, but this thread has made me consider blowing cash on one of these 1kg tents. Jerks.
They advertise that they do.Quote:
Originally Posted by R93
My olympus is base camp only tent as well. Buggered if I would carry it any great distance.Quote:
Originally Posted by gimp
I weighed my little Exped Mira tent when setup. 1.2kgs on digital fish scales without the footprint.
Those Exped tents look nice, pricy though! They make good stuff - love their downmats.
And yeah, gimp, 1kg tents are awesome!
I dont know how good it is yet mate. Had it a year and everytime I have gone to use it it has been pissing down cancelling my plans, probably leaks like the Niagara. :oh noes:Quote:
Originally Posted by MattyP
I bought it in NZ and was cheaper than I see they are now.
Yeah, the Expeds I looked at recently in NZ were in the same price range as non-discounted macpacs. Like $800 - $1000 for anything 2kg's or under.
Jayzus!!!Quote:
Originally Posted by MattyP
I've got a Terra Nova Solar Competition 1. $600 ish. 1.2kg. A cracking little tent that has seen off some heavy WX.
Only possible draw back is that it is inner first erection. That's never bothered me though. I can get it up in a flash.
Impressive at your age Bruce
3 and a half kilograms
Mate. I’ve had the same erection since I was 12. :)Quote:
Originally Posted by gimp
Olympus too light!? Those things look damn bomb proof and I nearly bought one when they were on sale for $550. Then I went all extreme and wanted the lightest thing I could find haha.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tussock
I wish I'd bought mine on sale.
I've used it exactly once.
So Gimp, what do you use?
The lightest tent you can use is the one your buddy iS carrying.