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Black Diamond Firstlight Tent 2-Person 3-Season

Item #BLD1186 | 11 in Stock
3 Star Rating

Good tent but not best

By Ranked #654 - 3-Season Tents March 5, 2009

I am accustomed to using single wall tents and it is necessary for me to open the vents as much as possible, leave wet clothing outside and control my body temperature. If I do that, the Firstlight seems to work fine for me. However it is a little short and the foot of my bag ends up wet. I carry a small bottom portion of a kitchen garbage bag to cover the foot of my bag and if it is cold, I use a waterproof (vapor barrier) inner bag to control my moisture.

A much better tent that I have used for 25 years now is the Stephenson Warmlight. It is longer, wider, ventilates much better, is more stormworthy, is about the same weight, and includes a vestibule.

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Tech Specs:

Material:
, 100% polyester with silicone nanocell coating 
Freestanding:
yes 
Doors:
Poles:
Pole Material:
DAC Featherlite aluminum 
Floor Space:
48 X 82 in 
Interior Height:
42 in 
Packed Size:
6 x 9 in 
Ventilation:
rear window vent 
Trail Weight:
3lb o 
Recommended Use:
climbing, ultralight backpacking 
Manufacturer Warranty:
1 year 

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