Great tent, the "x" pole design isn't the most flashy, but it is sturdy! The third pole in the rainfly is a nice touch in making the vestibule a little more lofty, and easier to access the doors, and doesn't add much wieght. This tent has a ton of pockets, the tent is lined with them. don't really need the gear loft, which doesn't hang too low, but this is a two man tent, it's not that high to begin with. Space is adequate, but like most 2 man, you're going to be cozy with 2 people in it. Specs list it at 34 sq feet, *most* 2 mans fall between 30 and 36 sq feet. This tent vents well -- didn't ever get stuffy, haven't used it in cold temps yet so I can't comment about condensation issues. There are two man tents that pack smaller (mountain hardwear, marmot, eureka all have 2 walled tents that pack smaller than 20" long), and wiegh less, but packed up this tent isn't heavier or larger than the norm either. Set up is intuitive and a breeze, didn't even bother with the instructions. Bottom line: this isn't the lightest or smallest(packed up), but at far below top of the line price, it has top of the line features and quality.

I have the 2006 model (when they made it in green), and have used it many times in many conditions. I've taken this tent though the Rockies, the Smokies, BWCA, etc. and it has always been great. The interrior space is good, and the vestibule space is a little larger than your average backpacking tent. The one thing I never understood is why there are no guy-lines to stretch out the two non-vestible sides. Those two sides just sort-of lay against the tent, but surprisingly I've never had any leakage from that. I've always stayed dry and the ventilation is good. Like other have said, it's not the most lightweight out there, but it's certainly manageable and it's a good value. All in all I've been very happy with this tent!

I have both a 2 and 3 person of this model. Somewhat roomy and decent overall design but they make you pay more for a footprint - Marmot comes with a footprint and costs less but I like this design better & they were not available when I needed to buy.

As far as being waterproof, I think it is more resistant. I have been in a few light storms and stayed dry but the rain fly was soaked though and with a little more rain I am sure I would be taking a shower.

Overall, decent value for the money. Packs lite for the size but NOT really small. Easy & fast to set up. Hey, what can you expect for a low $$ tent? But anything from BackCountry is the bomb b/c if it starts to suck or get under your skin, SEND IT BACK!! :-)

I have been using this tent for over a year now and not once has it let me down. Makes it through the wettest of conditions completely dry. Very easy to set up with the two pole design. Vestibule is a bit small, but the dual entry is nice. Overall a very dependable tent.