Gear Review
Mountain Hardwear LightWedge 3 Tent 3-Person 3-Season
Great tent
By Benjamin Smith
Ranked #1019 - 3-Season Tents
January 1, 2010
I have the 1999 model, but it look identical. I am sure they have updated materials and features, but I really love this tent. It is roomy enough to legitimately fit three large people, plus quite a bit of gear (not packs, obviously). It is pretty lightweight for its size and features, and for the price, you can't beat it.
The vestibule is a little bit awkward in shape, making it seem a lot smaller than it is, and the fly is hard to unzip from inside the tent without draining its content on you, but these are very minor concerns, IMO. The only major issue I have had with it is its lateral strength in wind. Make sure you pitch the tent either facing or tailing the predominant wind or the sides can come down on you in the night. The tent stays up and nothing breaks, but a firm 30 MPH wind at the side panel will fold it in.
I have had mine for 10 years, using it almost exclusively on all my group treks at high elevations (over 11k), in rainy weather, snow, and warm climes. I think it is very versatile, light, and for the price a great deal.
View Details: Mountain Hardwear LightWedge 3 Tent 3-Person 3-Season
Helpful Votes: 2 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [canopy] DWR-coated 68D polyester ripstop, 20D nylon knit mesh; [fly] 1500mm PU-coated 75D polyester taffeta; [floor] 3000mm PU-coated 70D nylon taffeta; [reinforcement] DWR-coated 68D polyester ripstop
- Freestanding:
- yes
- Doors:
- 1
- Number of Vestibules:
- 1
- Poles:
- 3
- Pole Material:
- 7001 PF aluminum
- Pole Attachment:
- clips
- Floor Space:
- 44 sq ft
- Floor Dimensions:
- 96 x 74 in
- Interior Height:
- 47 in
- Vestibule Space:
- 12 sq ft
- Packed Size:
- 7 x 21 in
- Seams:
- [fly] fully taped; [perimeter seam] fully taped; [corners] welded
- Ventilation:
- mesh walls, mesh door
- Fast-pitch Option:
- yes
- Trail Weight:
- (full tent) 5 lbs 9 oz, (Pitch Light) 4 lbs 6 oz
- Recommended Use:
- camping, backpacking, three-season camping
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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