Gear Review
Marmot Alpinist Tent: 2-Person 4-Season
badly designed vestibule
By muddeer
Ranked #768 - 4-Season Tents
June 14, 2006
I agree with most of what the previous reviewer has said. And it's very roomy for the weight. But I would also add that the vestibule really sucks. The bottom of vestibule is too far off the ground: any wind, and the vestibule space is filled with snow. Moreover, when you open the vestibule door, you’re guaranteed to have snow/water fall into the tent from the roof. Also, the mesh pouches are badly positioned: you loose a lot of headroom because of where they are hanging down from. Make sure you seam seal the ceiling vent zippers, or else you will get a shower when snow on the roof melts.
View Details: Marmot Alpinist Tent: 2-Person 4-Season
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [canopy] polyester assault (40D); [membrane/laminate] MemBrain 3L (89% nylon, 11% spandex); [floor] nylon (70D), PU coating (5000mm)
- Canopy:
- single wall
- Freestanding:
- yes
- Doors:
- 1
- Number of Vestibules:
- 1
- Poles:
- 3
- Pole Material:
- DAC NSL Dual Diameter Pole
- Pole Attachment:
- clips
- Floor Space:
- 30 sq ft
- Floor Dimensions:
- 88 x 50 in
- Interior Height:
- 42 in
- Vestibule Space:
- 8 sq ft
- Packed Size:
- 8 x 20 in
- Seams:
- fully taped
- Ventilation:
- ceiling vents
- Fast-pitch Option:
- no
- Trail Weight:
- 4 15 oz
- Recommended Use:
- alpine climbing, mountaineering, long-distance trekking
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
Change me.