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The North Face Minibus 33 Tent 3-Person 3-Season
Cant decide on big agnes copper spur ul3 or the north face minibus...
By wayne
Ranked #1288 - 3-Season Tents
May 21, 2009
Cant decide on big agnes copper spur ul3 or the north face minibus 33. any insight that may help would be appreciated. I am a newbie to camping except I know condensation a bummer. I am using motorcycle as mode of transportation so size more important than weight. Both seem good but would sacrifice durability for weight if given choice.
thanks very much
View Details: The North Face Minibus 33 Tent 3-Person 3-Season
By Barry Blalock
Ranked #25 - 3-Season Tents
June 2, 2009
Big Agnes makes better lightweight tents than North Face, period. The Copper Spur is 3 lbs. lighter and gives you an extra 2 square feet of space inside. The Minibus has a bigger vestibule and 4.5 inches more of headroom. It just comes down to preference on your part, do you want a 7lb house in the Minibus or do you want an ultralight 3 person tent in the Copper Spur? If weight isn't an option, you'll have a home away from home with the Minibus. If weight is a hindrance, the Copper Spur.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [Fly] 40D 210T nylon ripstop; [Floor] 70D 210T nylon taffeta with 5000mm PU coating
- Freestanding:
- Yes
- Poles:
- 4
- Pole Material:
- DAC Featherlite NSL
- Doors:
- 2
- Clip / Sleeve:
- Clip
- Floor Space:
- 42sq ft (3.9sq m)
- Interior Height:
- 48.5in (123cm)
- Vestibule Space:
- 28sq ft (2.6sq m)
- Packed Size:
- 15 x 7in (38 x 18cm)
- Ventilation:
- High & low vents
- Weight:
- 7lb 5oz (3250g)
- Recommended Use:
- Camping
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
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