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When it comes to adapting to changes in environment and terrain, the Sierra Designs Convert 2 Tent is practically a chameleon. The waterproof Drizone fabric seals out the elements when you set up camp in a drizzly forest or a snow-laden forest clearing, and in a puke-fest, you can finish setting up the tent from inside. Drizone is also highly breathable, so you won't suffocate when you take the Convert 2 Tent on desert campouts. The Air Flow Vent system increases ventilation with its angled design and mesh backing. This two-person tent's vestibule creates room for your muddy gear, but if you're on a fast and light mission, remove the vestibule, drop a pound, and save some space.
Bottom Line: Pack the Sierra Designs Convert 2 Tent no matter the weather, whatever the agenda.
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How does the vestibule attach to the tent ? Zipper ? Velcro
How does the vestibule attach to the tent ? Zipper ? Velcro ? Had a similar tent with removable vestibule and it wasn't much good. ? thx
By: Peter Hutchings
February 9, 2009
it zips on and has it's own pole.
By: dan
April 19, 2009
Excellent Tent!
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Scott Krank
October 27, 2008
Unable to find any reviews or stores that stock this tent I finally decided to bite the bullet and purchase this tent on pro form. After setting it up and analyzing many of the features I am very happy with this product from Sierra Designs. The DriZone material used in the single wall construction seems to be very durable and waterproof.
The first thing I noticed upon setting up the tent was the interior space, while many 2 person tents are sized for two people very close with no additional room for gear. This tent is a bit larger and therefore the perfect size for two people and all the gear often carried along in winter trips. The vestibule is an easy addition and adds plenty of more space to this tent(great for crampons, packs, etc.).
Another thing that impressed me about this tent was the ease of setup, simply slide the poles through the one way sleeves and lock them into the tabs and your tent is complete. There is nothing worse than struggling with set-up in high winds and a snowstorm (especially with double wall tents) If you are in high winds simply add the internal "Jake's Corners" I found these simple additions increased the tents stability greatly.
Another great advantage of this tent is the ventilation system. While I have yet to spend a night in this tent the ventilation system seems greater than most other 4 season tents. Additionally this tent features mesh on the vents and the door. This is a feature not found on most 4 season tents and increases this tents versatility as a true 4 season tent. (If you are not a fan of mesh or you want to use this tent exclusively as a 4 season cut it out)
I also found that this tent in the fastpack mode(no vestibule or jakes corners) is very lightweight and compressible which makes this a true 4 season tent.
For the money you will not be able to find a better truly versatile tent that is still strong in harsh 4 season conditions.
Pros:
Mesh increases versatility
Strong waterproof DriZone material
Jake's corners and internal guylines(optional) increase tents strength in high winds
Adequately sized for two people and gear
Lightweight and compact in fastpack mode
Price
Cons:
Cheap tent stakes included
Non-Reflective Guy Lines
Also recent winner of Alpinist Magazines "Mountain Standard Award"
When describing tents what does the term "Jake's Corners"
When describing tents what does the term "Jake's Corners" mean?
By: bruce
November 26, 2008
Jakes CornerFound on all 4 Season tents in 2001 is Jake's Corner, a fully-removable structural element that strengthens and supports the long pole arches eliminating rotation of these poles at their tips. Jake's Corner is a patent-pending innovation, available only from Sierra Designs.
By: Dyan
November 26, 2008
Change me.
Out of Stock
2008 Model No Longer Available
We have a lot more 4-Season Tents than that
4-Season TentsExcellent Tent!
Unable to find any reviews or stores that stock this tent I finally decided to bite the bullet and purchase this tent on pro form. After setting it up more...
- Material:
- [Fly] 70D nylon taffeta; [Floor] 70D PU-coated nylon taffeta
- Freestanding:
- Yes
- Pole Material:
- DAC Featherlight NSL
- Doors:
- 1
- Clip / Sleeve:
- Sleeve
- Floor Space:
- 45.5 x 85in (116 x 216cm) 29sq ft (2.7sq m)
- Interior Height:
- 45in (114cm)
- Vestibule Space:
- 8.5sq ft (0.8sq m)
- Packed Size:
- 22.5 x 7in (57 x 18cm)
- Seam Sealed:
- Yes
- Ventilation:
- AirFlow Vent system
- Weight:
- [Without Vestibule] 4lbs 6oz (2041g); [With Vestibule] 5lbs 7oz (2381g)
- Recommended Use:
- 4-season, 2-person camping, backpacking