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3.7.10

Wenger Alpina II 2-Person 3-Season Hiker Tent

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Features: Dual ventilation; Weather resistant graphics; Fully sealed and taped rainfly with 4000mm coating; (2) Side vestibules; (3) DAC 7000 series tent poles; (2) Ring and pole attachments; Zipper pulls with variegated cord with reflective thread; Innovative carry case and organizer; Interior storage pocket.
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Technical Details

- Wenger Alpina II two person, three season tent
- Freestanding tent with dual ventilation and two side vestibules with a full-coverage rainfly and a fully sealed bathtub-style floor
- Constructed of lightweight, durable nylon ripstop with ventilation on the backside
- Features multi-functional carry duffle, gear loft, three DAC 7001 series tent poles, two ring and pole attachments
- Weighs six pounds with a center height of 42 inches and a floor area of 30.75 square feet, measuring 82 x 54 inches
- And no-see-um mesh windows for superior airflow, visibility, and insect protection
- And variegated cord zippers with reflective thread
- With a super lightweight three-pole design, perfect for spring, summer, and fall backpacking
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8.6.10

Jeep 7x5 2-3-Person Hiker Tent

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Wenzel Starlight Tent is perfect for hiking and biking. Lightweight and compact, it fits into a zippered compression stuff sack for easy portability. SPECIFICATIONS: Base: 48"F/37"R x 82"L - Center Height: 36"F/24"R - Area: 22 sq. ft. - Sleeps 2 - "D" style door - Nylon taffeta floor - Fiberglass frame - 3.4 lb. carry weight -
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Technical Details

- Hiker Tent size is 7' x 5' x 48" height = 35 square feet of room
- Sonic sealed floors are welded, not sewn, therefore eliminating stitching and needle holes that create another potential area for water to penetrate
- Rainfly with taped seams provides superior waterproofing, and can stand alone as a shade canopy
- 2 bay style super vents provide excellent cross ventilation
- 1 door on each side of tent for quick and easy entry
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Customer Buzz
 "Product description not accurate" 2010-03-11
By Jason Miklacic
Product description is for a different tent. I can see where the previous reviewer thought this tent was 3.4 pounds. If you look at the dimensions and the description text, the description is for a wenzel starlight 2 person tent. The product features and product details list the actual size and weight of this tent.

Customer Buzz
 "Not very lightweight" 2009-03-18
By V. O. Baez (Miami, FL)
I haven't actually used this tent but I just wanted to alert potential buyers that this tent does NOT weigh 3.4 lbs as advertised. I just received the tent today and it actually weighs 9.95 lbs. Big difference! This is not a backpacking tent as I originally believed. I'm returning it as I need something lighter. If you want something that weighs this much, just get the Jeep 7x7 4-Person Sport Dome Tent. The prices are practically the same, and it only weighs one more pound.


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10.3.10

Swiss Gear Eiger Hiker Tent (Orange/Grey)

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Swiss Gear Eiger Hiker Sport Tent is ready to go with you for your overnight stay. Sleeps up to 2 people comfortably with a 50' square surface area. Signature features begin with a shoe pocket to conveniently store muddy shoes, E-port for convenient access to electrical cords, Sewn-in security lock so you never misplace keys, Interior Rings keep flashlight or valuables secured and a Carry Duffel that converts to handing storage during camp-out. Customer care at 1-800-325-TENT (8368), or www.wenzelco.com
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Technical Details

- Poles slip into grommeted webbing for easy set-up
- Lightweight, factory taped polyester taffeta waterproof floor
- Permanent rain fly folds up over mesh roof for maximum venting
- Lightweight aluminum stakes
- Shockcorded fiberglass frame
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Customer Buzz
 "The previous version of this tent was better." 2010-01-27
By Kyle B. Hoelscher
I purchased this tent because i owned a tent that looked exactly like this from Swissgear. That tent held up amazing and it was destroyed thru no fault of the tent. The previous version was light, easy to set up, 100% waterproof, comfy for 2, sturdy construction.



This is some bastardized version of that tent. It looks exactly like it in all the pictures. Lets go thru a quick list of why this tent is not as good as the previous version:



1. This tent has weak fiberglass poles. Expect those to break after a few uses. The previous version had aluminum poles, they were nearly unbreakable, even in high winds.

2. This tent has a roof made from mesh. Do not expect to be rainproof in this tent. The previous tent had a solid roof and could withstand all the rain i ever put it thru.

3. This tent has a bulky and cumbersome rain fly. This rain fly is the same size as the mesh roof, so do not expect it to save you from all the rain. Additionally, when high winds strike, that will be whipping in the wind, making lots of noise.

4. The loops for the tent spikes are much thinner material. I expect at least one seam to rip after a couple of uses.

5. This tent is heavier than the previous version. I blame the fiberglass tent poles and bulky rain fly.

Customer Buzz
 "Not good quality" 2010-01-25
By AnnaRoseH (West Chester, OH USA)
We purchased these for our Boy Scout sons (no strangers to tent set up and camping in cold weather) and were very disappointed with this product. Neither tent made it through the first campout with cords breaking, poles bending, and the boys getting thoroughly soaked due to rainfall. Not too much fun in 20 degree weather. Even the Scout Masters were surprised at how easily these tents fell apart. This may be good for backyard campouts but that is about it. We are returning both tents and purchasing new ones for next month's campout.

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 "For a tent less than $50" 2010-01-23
By Doug C. (Arizona)
For a backpacking tent that costs less than $50, this is exactly what I expected. It is easy to set up and take down, has ample room for one person plus gear, and is fairly light weight. I have not tried the tent with two people yet, but I could see it being a tight fit for two people plus gear. The dual entrances into the vestibule are handy, as well as the small gear loft provided. The tent is NOT water proof, as a previous review stated. The manufacture claims it to be water resistant. If you are planning a trip where severe rain might be expected, I would look into a waterproof fabric treatment. So far the tent is exactly as I expect, and will work until I can afford to purchase a high end backpacking tent.

Customer Buzz
 "Not rain proof" 2009-07-14
By Customer (Washington, DC United States)
pros:

Light and compact tent <$50 but it is not for 2 people, may be 2 kids.

Nice for one person with some gear.

Easy to set up.



cons: From fine print from the tent: only water repellent, not rain proof. The tent got soaked wet in the rain even with footprint. Be prepared for unexpected weather.



Also the materials are so thin, especially for floor. Will need decent air mat.


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12.1.10

Wenzel Starlight 2-Person Hiker/Biker Tent

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Wenzel Starlight Tent is perfect for hiking and biking. Lightweight and compact, it fits into a zippered compression stuff sack for easy portability. SPECIFICATIONS: Base: 48"F/37"R x 82"L - Center Height: 36"F/24"R - Area: 22 sq. ft. - Sleeps 2 - "D" style door - Nylon taffeta floor - Fiberglass frame - 3.4 lb. carry weight -
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Technical Details

- Lightweight 2-person tent designed for hikers and cyclists
- Fiberglass frame compresses easily and fits in stuff sack
- Water-resistant coating and welded sonic-sealed floors
- Screen D-style door and rear vent for all-night ventilation
- 22 square feet of sleeping space; weighs 3.4 pounds
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Customer Buzz
 "compact and easy" 2009-12-18
By C. S. Ethridge
i'm not very good with setting up tents or even repacking them, but this one is incredibly easy. and it packs up small. add that it's lightweight and it's a really good backpacking tent. it's more like a one person tent though. for one person there's plenty of room for you and your pack. you kinda have to squat to get into it, but pack an extra trash bag and use it for a doormat. no worries.

Customer Buzz
 "It's worth $20, but that's about it...." 2009-12-06
By Mark
Having not camped since I was a kid (some 30 or so years ago), I was taking a cross country motorcycle trip with some friends. We decided to camp on evenings where there was no chance of rain, after all, riding in the rain is OK, but a dry bed at night is better.

Anyway, I'm 5' 11" and about 235#, I fit into the tent, couldn't imagine anyone else in there with me. More vents would be nice, as condensation built up through the night. If I touched the side walls, I got a little wet. The front guy wire is in the way a bit entering, as you must enter feet first.

If you were camping in a dry area, this tent would be great because of it's packing size, it's super small and light. But on the Great Lakes, it seems to get clammy as the fog rolls in.

Realistically, it served it's purpose for that particular trip, saved a bunch of money on motels, but am looking to upgrade to a dome tent for more room and ventilation.

With that being said, my upgrade will probably cost 4 times more than this one, possibly more. So if cash is tight, it's worth $20.



Customer Buzz
 "Single Use ITEM!" 2009-12-03
By C. Tillison (Sonoita, AZ)
I pulled out of the box, went on an over night hike. The setup of this tent is clumsy and did not like the single sting in front of the little door. During the night I needed to place remove slack from the front line of the tent, while placing some taunt on the string it ripped the entire lining down the front.



It did not handle the elements very well compared to other tents.





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 "Ya get what cha' pay for..." 2009-11-26
By David Crosby (Irvine, CA)
Well, first of all, this is NOT a 2 person tent... I'm a 6'1" 200lb guy and sleeping in this tent would've been a claustrophobe's worst nightmare. But then again, for 20 bucks, the quality/size and overall expectations I should have had for it were met. The tent packs up incredibly small and is very lightweight. However, it is a bit of a trick to get in the thing; I had to do this kind of reverse-crawl in a pushup position to get in, which was good fun to my friends at my expense.



You could get in head first, but there are no vents at the reverse end and it gets pretty tight down there. Like other reviewers have said, the front tie-down is completely in the way of the entrance, even if you tie it off at a 45 degree angle to one side. Make sure you tie those straps down tight, if the tent drawstrings slack, it will collapse. The first night this tent ended up being a nylon sleeping bag shelter. It'd also be nice if there were more vents; it gets moist in there (I know, gross).



I didn't have any qualms about the build quality really, but I don't think this would be a lifetime investment. It may perform well in wind as it has a relatively low profile and doesn't catch wind all that well. I camped out at Catalina Island in 65-70F overnight temps, so I didn't have to worry about weather so much.



Bottom line, if you're someone who doesn't want to pull a ninja sideshow to get in their tent, this ain't the tent for you.

Customer Buzz
 "would not buy..." 2009-11-16
By Mosey (South Carolina)
Obviously the price appealed to my and you get what you pay for. The first time used was in the rain, seams all leaked. Just not worth it.


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