Gear Review
The North Face Spectrum 23 Tent 2-Person 3-Season
Light and compact. Great overall.
By fmagbanua2249764
Ranked #438 - 3-Season Tents
June 9, 2008
The trail size and weight are great so you can easily carry the tent in your backpack. Set-up and packing are also quick and simple. Very stable even in strong winds, so you can sleep soundly at night without any flapping sounds. I couldn't believe before that condensation up in a mountain could be a problem for this tent, but it's true. Not a big issue though, and can be resolved by opening up the door and allowing more air flow. I formerly used the The North Face Rock 22 and enjoyed its roomy size and double doors and vestibules, but it's heavy and bulky to carry to carry alone. The TNF Spectrum is less roomy, but comfortably fits 2 people. You can also "augment" your vestibule by making a ground sheet that can roll out and extend once you open the vestibule. This tent has less airflow and it feels warmer, which is very welcome at high altitudes. Waterproofing is dependable, and the reflective marks and glow in the dark zipper handles are nice additions, though I would personally prefer to have more reflectorized strips on the upper part of the tent. Overall, a great tent to have and I would strongly recommend buying this if you are into backpacking and climbing in non-snow areas.
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
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