Gear Review
The North Face Spectrum 23 Tent 2-Person 3-Season
Light, Stable, Venting is an issue!!!
By Lubomir Iliev
Ranked #270 - 3-Season Tents
December 21, 2008
It's well crafted tent... looks capable of what it says excluding the fact that vents just DON'T WORK. After 2 nights spent on a trip in Rocky Mountains and waking up in a SAUNA with completely wet walls from inside(without any rain during the night and even with half opened door!!!) I just returned it. Generally I'm keen in ultralight backpacking but if you want good ventilation look for a DOUBLE-WALLED tent(an extra pound weight). After all I bought Sierra Designs Asp 2 Tent and I am very happy with it!!!
View Details: The North Face Spectrum 23 Tent 2-Person 3-Season
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [Body] Nylon, 33D 244T nylon with silicone and 1500mm PU; [floor] 100% Nylon 50D 270T nylon taffeta coated with 3000mm PU
- Freestanding:
- Yes
- Poles:
- 3
- Pole Material:
- DAC reverse-combi aluminum pole system
- Doors:
- 1 D-shaped
- Clip / Sleeve:
- MicroClip
- Floor Space:
- [Area] 28sq ft (2.6sq m); 85 x 37in (215 x 93cm)
- Interior Height:
- 37in (93cm)
- Vestibule Space:
- 6sq ft (0.6sq m)
- Seam Sealed:
- Yes
- Bathtub Floor:
- No
- Ventilation:
- High-low venting with overhead zip-close vents
- Packed Size:
- 20 x 6in (50 x 16cm)
- Weight:
- 49oz (1700g)
- Recommended Use:
- Ultralight backpacking, camping, climbing
- Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- China
Change me.