The North Face Roadrunner 33 Tent 3-Person 3 Season - 2008 BCS

Well I don't have much more to add than what has been said already in the previous comments. I did get to compare it in size to another 3 person tent, an MSR tent I think and the TNF packed smaller and I think was a little lighter. All in all I don't think you'll be disapointed with this tent.

I have taken the Roadrunner 33 on several trips- and have packed my entire family into it a couple of times (that is 2 adults and 2 kids)... it worked, but I wouldn't recommend doing that again. The point is that we fit in and all slept fine. Set up takes a few minutes. It is very easy, my 10 year old can set this tent up, no problem. I love the lightweight poles, the full coverage the fly provides and how well the fly fits over the tent snugly. There are several points you can tie the fly out tightly, which is fantastic during a rain storm. I've camped in Oklahoma during some huge thunderstorms where may other campers were soaked...while my son and I stayed dry as a bone in this tent. We've also used this in Colorado mountains where the tent got covered in ice and some snow...we were also protected well. The vestibules are great to leave gear in, while not huge, they are sufficient for a pack in each. I have not tried putting 2 packs in one. I'd recommend the footprint and the gear loft as well. With TNF footprint and the fly, you can set up a really lightweight shelter without the actual tent if you want. Gear loft, especially with 3 people gives you a sturdy place to put your headlamps, wallets, knives etc. I'm 6'1" and fit the tent well. After growing up sleeping in crappy tents on Boy Scout trips, the Roadrunner 33 has been a dream.

I purchased this tent for some three season car camping. I only tried setting it up once. I have to be honest. This tent is a dream. It took no time at all to set up. i am 6'2" and i fit comfortably inside no problem. The weather took a turn for the worse and this tent had no problem keepng the heat in. I experienced no moisture build up on the inside. the compression sack that it came with was amazing. this tent is large, but when stowed is actually smaller than my Northface sleeping bag. I recommend this tent to just about anyone. I is am awesome two person tent. As far as it being a three person tent, well you they are three small people then yeah. But lets be honest. tents usually run small. the double doors were also very comfortable and the height inside was accomodating.