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Sierra Designs Lightning XT 2 Tent 2-Person 3-Season - 2009 BCS
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Sierra Designs gave the Lightning XT 2 Tent a unique, split-pole configuration that gives you not only a lower weight, but increased living space for comfortable nights and tent-bound days. Two doors and two vestibules give each person storage space and an easy exit when nature calls in the middle of the night. The nylon mesh walls provide maximum breathability and reduced condensation, and the Jake’s Foot corners lock in poles for easy solo set-ups.
Bottom Line: A lightweight tent with room to stretch out.
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is there was a longer version of this tent? 83" is just
is there was a longer version of this tent? 83" is just too short for a 6'1"er like myself.
By: spencer j
July 30, 2010
Check out the Vapor 2XL: http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Sierra-Designs-Vapor-
It's built for tall guys...
By: Chris Wynja
August 10, 2010
thanks. i'm also debating if it's worth the extra pound or so to get the desired length by going with the marmot limelight or mountain hardware drifter.
By: spencer j
August 1, 2010
No, 83" is it. Looks like all these Sierra Designs ultralight tents are running the same length. I noticed you're also looking at a couple TNF tents. Go in that direction for the length you're after, or have a look at Big Agnes ( maybe Copper Spur UL2 or Emerald Mountain SL2) if you want a larger tent with less weight, but in a slightly higher price range as the Sierra Designs stuff. Something like the Marmot Abode might also be worth a look. Hope that helped.
By: Phil Maher
July 30, 2010
Awsome Tent
By:
David Poor
November 17, 2010
This tent was my replacment for my old Kelty Windfoil Ultra light which was my trust shelter for well over a decade. Eventually the Windfoil died and I found myself in the market for a new tent. I ended up going with the XT2 and I could not have been happier. It is ridiculously light, easy to set up after one practice run, durable, and from the 2 inchs of rain that I endured one night while sleeping in it, completly weatherproof. Essentially this tent has been perfect for my needs and I couldn't be happier, however, people thinking about buying it should note a few things.
The mesh does not insulate AT ALL, great when its hot and the tent needs to breath, or awful when its cold and you dont have a warm sleeing bag. The tent really wont acomidate anyone who is over 6"3' so if your tall, look into another tent. Also, be sure to attach the fly completly on the underside so that it will fit properly. If your okay with this, then go for it because its fantastic.
Roomiest Lightweight Tent
By:
Chris Wynja
April 20, 2009
With the new split pole design of this tent, not only do you save weight but it also creates a ton of space inside the tent by making the walls very vertical. We're talking about 30 square feet of interior space! If that wasn't enough, Sierra Designs had the environment in mind by using DAC Featherlite NSL poles which use an anodizing process that dramatically reduces the use of phosphoric and nitric acids (cleaner manufacturing makes a cleaner environment). Set up of the tent is a snap with the new Jakes foot corner connections for the poles. The poles actually snap into a corner piece that includes clip on points for the footprint and rain fly. This is my new go to tent for backpacking trips with my wife.
1 Comment Last Comment: December 21, 2010 by: Willy Syndram
By: Willy Syndram
December 21, 2010
Serria Designs make great tents...!!
On the beach
By: Alkali
February 12, 2010
Just looking at the pictures it seems like there is a flat spot
Just looking at the pictures it seems like there is a flat spot on the top of the tent, especially with the rain fly attached... are there any problems with water accumulation or leaks?
By: Steve Chapman
March 6, 2010
Steve- I bought this tent last year and have used it in Yellowstone, the Big Horn Mountains, and all four seasons in various conditions on the East Coast as well (including extended rain). The flat spot you're talking about has not been an issue for me because the fly does actually set up with a constant slope and drains well. I did have some pooling once, due to my own mistake and poor staking of the fly in a hurried set-up, but there was no rain leakage during high winds and a long night of rain even in this situation. Hope this helps future buyers.
By: gri3131930
June 28, 2010
The photo doesn't do it much justice. The "flat" part on top actually has a slight slope to the back of tent. All of the seams on the tent are sealed so you shouldn't have any issue of leakage. Hope this helps.
By: Chris Wynja
March 8, 2010
Excellent Tent
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Alkali
December 10, 2009
Upon selling my old NF tent a couple years ago I was looking to find a good lightweight, spacious replacement. This tent fit the bill and after taking it on a few trips including a 10 day canoe trip through backcountry Ontario I was very pleased. I'm 6' and it was somewhat tight but not uncomfortable. The dual vestibule was great for hiding stuff under in the rain and the small pack size and lightweight were easy on my barrel.
Does this tent come with a footprint or does it come seperat
Does this tent come with a footprint or does it come seperate?
By: Tricia
November 9, 2009
I'm pretty sure it doesn't come with a footprint, but backcountry doesn't seem to have any in stock. You should hop on customer support chat to see if they're getting any more in.
By: Geoffrey Buck
November 9, 2009
Not for cold weather!
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Joe Weinzapfel
November 23, 2009
Did a hike in Lemmenjoki FI this fall and the weather got down around freezing at night, and we froze our tails off. It's a nice tent, sets up quickly, free-standing, lightweight, etc, but don't even consider this tent if the weather is going to be below 5C. It's drafty where the rain fly doesn't make it to the ground, and there's no way to stop that. I've also taken summer trips with it in hot weather, and by adjusting the fly it can be made very comfortable. Otherwise it's a very durable tent. With my old tent I never took the stakes with me and tied my tent down to bushes or logs or something if it got windy. With the XT2 you need a minimum of 3 stakes for the fly.
Yes, and no. Yes, it's possible to fit in this tent, but not comfortably, unless you sleep diagonally or never stretch, don't mind rubbing the sides of the tent (top/bottom) with your bag, or sleep on your side. Your length is 76in, while the tent is only 7in longer, with most sleeping bags using up that extra 7in easily with the foot box and hood.
A good alternative would be something like the Big Agnes Copper Spur 2. It's a larger tent, weighs less, but does cost more. I'm 6'5" and it works great.
By: BAinUT
May 10, 2009
Good Single Person Tent
By:
pau3494889
June 21, 2010
This tent was fine if your a small person with gear. The double vestibule and two entries I like but the vestibule areas are small. 2 large people with gear just too small for my current needs. Loved the light weight and small pole length....
1 Comment Last Comment: July 26, 2011 by: Tom Throop
By: Tom Throop
July 26, 2011
The perfect tent if one is looking for a light backpacking tent for 2. 2 vestibules is brilliant - separate entrances and storage for two people. Plenty of room inside the tent. The previous review defeats the purpose of this tent: traveling light but with maximum features for a tent under 4 lbs.
Change me.
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This tent was my replacment for my old Kelty Windfoil Ultra light which was my trust shelter for well over a decade. Eventually the Windfoil died and more...
Roomiest Lightweight Tent
With the new split pole design of this tent, not only do you save weight but it also creates a ton of space inside the tent by making the walls very vertical. more...
- Material:
- [Fly] 40D HT nylon; [Floor] 70D nylon
- Freestanding:
- Yes
- Poles:
- 3
- Pole Material:
- DAC Featherlite NSL
- Doors:
- 2
- Clip / Sleeve:
- Clip
- Floor Space:
- 52 x 83in (132 x 211cm), 30sq ft (2.8sq m)
- Interior Height:
- 41in (104cm)
- Vestibule Space:
- 21sq ft (2sq m)
- Packed Size:
- 19 x 6in (48 x 15cm)
- Ventilation:
- Mesh walls
- Weight:
- 3lb 15oz (1786g)
- Recommended Use:
- Backpacking, camping
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime