After listing everything I wanted in a tent, and researching reviews, I realized that the tent I wanted was going to cost quite a bit. So I saved up and bought this tent specifically for its climate versatility, such as very cold, wet weather like Glacier Bay, as well as hot dry sunny climates like deserts. To my disbelief, the Todd Tex material is in fact, everything they say it is. Ditto on the ventilation. During our two week Glacier Bay kayaking trip we experienced almost daily constant rain, and/or misty fog, along with two days of storms with high winds. This tent never leaked! Even though our clothing was wet, and the air was of such high humidity you could almost see the moisture, this tent allowed us to sleep dry. The only condensation you will experience with this tent is on the poles (not the fabric). This is not a problem since the moisture will run down the poles and collect in the little corner pocket. We simply used a 6 inch piece of highly absorbent pack towel and soaked up any moisture that collected there during the night, and were on our way. Between the breathable Todd Tex material and our breathable Wiggy's lamilite sleeping bags, we were actually (unbelievably) able to dry clothing during the night by putting them in our bags with us. In addition to the material, other features we fell in love with included the two doors, optional vestibule(s), and optional attic. I highly recommend the vestibule and the attic. We hung our rain gear inside the vestibule to drip during the night, and it provided extra needed space for maps, clothing bags, gear bags, etc. in planning the next days course. Other than the obvious food/cooking/hygiene items, we were able to store all of our "bear safe" gear inside the vestibule. (We only had one vestibule.) The vestibule also allowed us much more ventilation than we would have had without it, during the nights we experienced rain with wind. I cannot image doing a trip like that without the vestibule, as it was key to our comfort in many ways. All in all, this tent is well worth the money and I am very glad I did not do a trip of this caliber with cheaper, less well designed gear. Save your money and buy this tent. It will perform as described by the manufacturer. Just a note - I did seal all the seams on the tent before the trip. I cannot comment on the performance of this tent without seam sealing. Also, the yellow interior walls are really nice (aesthetically) when it has been raining for a week and you crave a sunny day.

I've been using Ahwahnee & the 4-person Pueblo for over 15 years and have had only great experience with both models. First off, seam seal all seams and floor, using Seam Grip. Then feel comfortable in every kind of Alaskan and NW weather. I've been secure and comfortable in all varieties of rain, sleet, snow and wind (up to 80 mph). And the venting, using the drop down door/window feature protected by the cross-pole overhang, works splendidly with zero condensation. As regards comments about poles, pole retainers and button seating, I've had zero problems! I've nearly worn my Pueblo out, only because it's seen too much UV over its 13 year life- it still hasn't failed although it has severly faded. If you've the money for the purchase, you won't regret it. Obviously any tent is subject to abuse from being stepped on or having a horse fall on it, but then to make a backcountry tent immune to those such abuses would put it outside the realm of packability and practicality! I would definately buy another or recommend them to a friend.
Gerry H.

Awesome tent, I like it better than the Fitzroy. It is easier to set up with only 2.5 poles. It is not quite as wide but wide enough. This tent sets up easily without any difficulty. Waterproof and leak proof. I experienced no condensation on the inside with the todd X material. Having both doors to open is terrific for warm weather camping and it works great in the really cold temps as well. Bibler makes the best single wall tents bar none! I love this tent. It is the best tent I have ever owned in 40 years of camping. I have experience with many different tents during that time.

There are three Easton aluminum poles. One short one, and two long ones. All poles go inside the tent. The short one goes on the top between the top of the two doors. The long ones go diagonal from corner to corner on this rectanglar tent. There are internal twist clips that attach the poles to the inside of the tent. Easy to set up. This is the best tent I have ever owned. It's roomy, and so versatile. It works in any kind of weather. With the two huge doors, half of the surface of the tent can be open mesh, so summer is ok too. Weighs about 7-1/2 pounds fully packed with the Bibler ground cloth.

This is my favorite tent of all time. I absolutely love this tent. I bought my Ahwahnee before they added the optional 2nd door, and actually had rainypass put in an extra door for me. This tent is absolutely perfect. Very light-weight for its size, roomy for 2 people, great ventilation, bomb-proof and completely waterproof- this tent was my first Bibler and it has made me a loyal Bibler customer. The setup is remarkably easy and I had no trouble pitching it by myself and in the rain. Well worth the money.

It was hot last weekend and the bugs were out. Many other campers complained about the heat and the bugs. Some of their tents did not have great air flow and some of their tents did not keep the bugs out. Though our tent was smaller than all the rest, we were cool and watched spiders, ants and other crawling critters move on the outside mesh of our two windows. It was good to feel the small breeze that would move from time to time and we slept in comfort. We're ready for the next campout!!!

OK
I've hiking in the backcountry for over 25 years and remember when we used to camp in canvas tents! You couldn't touch the side or it would spring a leak.
I think you could roll down a hill inside this tent and it wouldn't spring a leak. High ceilings, two door and iron clad construction make this an awesome heavy weather tent. I was in hellacious downpours in Idaho this September and i didn't get to seam seal this baby and not a drop entered our domain. perfect for 2 big people. i'm 6'1" and she's 5'8" and with the vestibule we and gear fit fine. The 2 doors made easy access for the 2 am piss and an awning let plenty of air in even when the storm was whipping past,up and all around us. what a freakin tent. I'll never own another.

In all my years of using this Bibler I have never had any problems from water condensation. Todd Tex is an amazing fabric. Because it is a single walled tent with no pole sleeves, it is really easy to erect quickly - you do it from inside. This tent has amazing ventilation and can be used as a complete 4-season tent - snow to tropics! Mine is the older single door version. There is now a two door version which would be even better than mine. The single door version does not work well with the (extra cost) vestibule. I can imagine that the two door version (shown above) would work very well with one vestibule - I would not try to attach two. When I bought my Ahwahnee from the local Paddy Pallin store, the sales staff were a little dubious about condensation problems with a single wall. After my first outing in 100% humidity (fog conditions), I came back to tell the sales staff that there are NO condensation problems with this tent. Sometimes the poles may get a little moisture on them but I have never known any moisture to build up on the internal surface of the fabric. Bibler recommends seam sealing the external fabric seams with their sealer which is supplied. You can easliy sit up inside the tent. It is 45" tall at centre. Weight: tent, poles, fly, stakes, stuff sack, guy line: 6.5 lbs. The best tent I have ever owned by quite a wide margin!

Easily the most simple and versatile tent on the market. This tent preforms well in cold snowy conditions and is unbeatable when it comes to desert camping. the tent has excellent ventilation and its single wall design allows it to be sealed to keep the sand out. easy to set up and quiet in the wind. Not one but two optional vestibules allow you to customize the tent to any trip and give you the option of saving weight when you don't need them. the fabric breaths well and is more effective at managing moisture than any other I've seen on the market. Simply put, there is nothing not to like about this tent. simple, durable, everything you need, nothing you don't.

I purchased this tent from reviews and Biblers namesake. Within 5 minutes after opening the package and beginning the setup to see what I bought I was beginning the process of repackaging for return. There are too many fail points to believe this tent costs this much. I am a professional guide and backcountry pilot in AK and we torture our gear. Not because we want to but because the backcountry here weeds out the crap that people try to sell as dependable. This tent was born to fail if you use it like a pro. Plastic pole fasteners. Press fit button pole seats in the FLOOR. Two pole design that if one fails or bends the whole tent looses its structural integrity. Ever fall on your pack? Ever sit on it? Ever bend a tent pole? If one of these poles gets bent the Ahwahnee tent will blow over in light wind. NOT WORTH THE MONEY. Bibler had a good idea but failed to reinforce the primary pieces of a true backcountry tent. Rugged dependability is the goal in a tent this price. Buy one to depend on when the elements are trying to kill you. This tent is not that tent. Save your money and buy something that is NOT MADE IN CHINA. We looked at it at our outfitters and laughed at it. DO NOT BUY. DO NOT BUY. DO NOT BUY.

THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST TENTS I HAVE HAD. IT HAS A FEW THINGS THAT CAN BE IMPROVE, LIKE THE WAY YOU STASH THE DOOR TO GO OUT IT I LITTLE UNCONFORTABLE BUT OTHER THAN THAT IT IS PERFECT.

This tent is money, pure and simple. In the last 12 years, I have probably spent 700 nights out in BLM land, the last 300 with this tent. I always choose this one unless I have more than a couple of people to get in one tent.

I hate rainfly's, and the ability to not need one is worth the money alone. This tent is incredibly quiet in strong winds. Funky setup until you get used to it, you set it up from inside the tent. Once done, you have a high ceiling and steep walls, Tight space for two campers, perfect for one camper and a couple of dogs. Great ventilation, both doors are huge and can be unzipped from the top so you can have the ventilation and privacy, too.

Best tent out there, hands down

Holds up great in Strong winds. The two doors are vent very well. The toddtex fabric is amazing has kept the water out in heavy down poor. Fits two people all right but it's a little tight with gear. this tent seems like it will last forever and is well worth the investment.

I wanted this tent for a long time. Now that my boyfriend has one, I'm stoked. I love how spacious it is, and you can sleep under the stars without worrying about bugs. I dont think black diamond would really call it a 4-season tent, but it works in mild winter weather

This tent is the most versatile tent made. It has the ability to go from the desert to mountaineering without losing a step. The 2 doors give it infinite breathability while the construction allows it to be used in the harshest of conditions. At 6 lbs it is not the lightest tent… but you will not find another tent that has the usability range of this tent, period.