havebackpackwilltravel
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Hey gear heads-
I'm looking for a new tent to replace a very well loved and dying Stephenson Warmlite 3R (dad bought it 25 years ago). The primary use will be ski touring and snow camping in the Sierras.
I've used my BD Skylight for a couple short trips so far in spring, but I can't see the mesh front half standing up to any serious storms, even with the vestibule. The mesh also makes for a very cold and wind-penetrable tent b/c of the direct snow exposure.
I'm open to any ideas (I've heard tell of people doing trans-Sierras with only a Beta-Mid), but above all I'd like something not too heavy that I can trust in a snowstorm. I will continue to use the Skylight for summer and fall trips, so this will be a winter tent.
So far it seems like the options are: buy a Mid (relatively cheap, light) and deal with some discomforts, get something like a Hilleberg Nallo or another Warmlite (luxurious, pretty light) and spend a ton of $$, or buy something cheaper and way too heavy.
I'm curious what you guys have to say...
Peter
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marks
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Hey Peter,
Have you checked out the Bibler tent line.
Bibler is owned by Black Diamond and it is their series of extreme condition tents. I'll admit their priced extremely high but if you are strictly trying to survive a storm their the right tool for the job.
If you are looking to have nice views, good ventilation, dual doors or any of the "common" requirements then they're not what you want.
is one of their more popular tents. It uses 4 poles (hence 6 lbs) making it extremely strong.
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jonnymtman
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I have had great experience with the Trango tents by Mountain Hardwear. My wife and I each bought one (Trango 2 and 3.1) when we were single because we had a pro-deal from the company we worked, I wouldn't be able to afford them now.
Both are super sturdy and have done great in 60+mph winds and held up to 16" of snow fall with no problem.
A big vestibule is a must for me in the winter allowing you to have a sheltered cook area and place to keep snowy gear. The rear door is awesome for venting and easy exit with three people,
Hope this helps
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dvalente
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I think I'm a little late in my reply, but you could also check out the Nemo tents.
The Losi Storm (now discontinued, so find one quick!) comes in 2p and 3p sizes and would be ideal at just over 5lb (2p) for a lightweight, affordable 4 season shelter, but it's not meant for overly extreme weather. I think I'm actually about to order one for myself.
They have a new more durable but much heavier tent made off the same base as of this year, the Alti Storm. But that weighs in at a massive 7 lb 13oz for the 2p. I suppose splitting it up means each person only needs to carry 4 lb of tent as long as someone's going with you.
And if you're looking for bombproof, they have the Tenshi and Moki tents for serious mountaineering. Both very expensive, but the Tehsni is a small and very light 2p shelter.
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jonnymtman
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Ultimate in light weight touring tent
The Rocket Tent designed by Dick Jackson, one of Americas most accomplished mountain guides, only one pound six ounces! Uses ski poles and avalanche probe for set up. It also comes with poles if you want but the weight goes up.
Small tent but huge price $549
brooks-range.com/rocket-tent.html
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