Gear Review
Black Diamond Vista Tent: 3-Person 3-Season
Dependable!
By Julie Gallaway
Ranked #951 - 3-Season Tents
February 19, 2010
This tent has been through the wind, light snow, ice & rain, and some basic warmer spring/fall weather, too. Performed perfect and as expected in all situations. I use the ground cloth with it as precipitation seems to follow me everywhere I pack. Sets up very quickly, even in rain, and everything stays dry. Ice popped right off, although the poles did get a little difficult to take down due to the ice build up at the connections. Still, it's up and down in a cinch.
There is plenty of room inside the tent for clothes and small items. In my case, I could fit a pack in there (had I wanted to) because I use a petite bag. The zippers were easy to use and I cannot stress how easy set up was.
Cons: It is a heavier tent because of its size and solidness. A minimalist probably needs to look for something different. It can easily be split between packs to lessen its bulk and weight.
Every time I go backpacking, I see at least one more of these tents on trail or in camp.
Great three season tent!
View Details: Black Diamond Vista Tent: 3-Person 3-Season
Helpful Votes: 1 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [floor] nylon, PU coating (2000mm); [fly] polyester, PU coating (1800mm); [canopy] polyester, mesh
- Freestanding:
- yes
- Doors:
- 2
- Number of Vestibules:
- 2
- Poles:
- 3
- Pole Material:
- DAC Featherlite
- Pole Attachment:
- clip
- Floor Space:
- 51 sq ft
- Floor Dimensions:
- 96 x 66 in
- Interior Height:
- 46 in
- Vestibule Space:
- 9 sq ft
- Packed Size:
- 19 x 8 in
- Seams:
- [fly & floor ] taped
- Ventilation:
- mesh wall
- Fast-pitch Option:
- yes, footprint not included
- Trail Weight:
- 5 lb 15 oz
- Recommended Use:
- backpacking, camping
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 year
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