Gear Review
Sierra Designs Alpha 3 Convertible Tent 3-Person 4-Season
mediocre but adequate
By san2482737
Ranked #509 - 4-Season Tents
October 17, 2008
leaks in rain around side floor. not good in heavy wind, flaps around. good space, good venting. clips suck where poles intercept hardly usable. pole tip came out and deformed insert.if you close door and screen for top vent leaving door slightly open, to get out is a big procedure, which is bad at 2am. overall i like it for mild conditions and a full size futon fits in for a summer fun with girlfriend! by: mile high 10-08
View Details: Sierra Designs Alpha 3 Convertible Tent 3-Person 4-Season
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [Fly] 70D coated nylon; [Floor] 70D coated nylon
- Freestanding:
- Yes
- Poles:
- 3
- Pole Material:
- DAC Featherlite SL aluminum
- Doors:
- 1
- Clip / Sleeve:
- Clip
- Floor Space:
- 93.5 x 62.5in (238 x 159cm), 46sq ft (14sq m)
- Interior Height:
- 45in (114cm)
- Vestibule Space:
- 17sq ft (5sq m)
- Packed Size:
- 23 x 7in (58 x 18cm)
- Seam Sealed:
- Yes
- Ventilation:
- Mesh vents
- Weight:
- [Summer] 7lb 10oz (3460g); [Winter] 8lb 10oz (3910g)
- Recommended Use:
- Four-season camping
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
Change me.
1 Comments Last Reply: March 23, 2011 By: snowplow
Well, if you actually follow the directions, it doesn't leak and flap, It is, after all, a 4 season (think expedition) tent. I've had mine in howling blizzards with no problems, same as other owners. It does well in most conditions without following the directions and tying down the rain fly. You should seal the floor seams, same as with any tent.
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