Eureka Alpenlite
Eureka Alpenlite
What is the best 4 season 2-3 Person Tent, that's not too expensive!?
I have been looking at tents lately.I am not too experienced with camping and would like an opinion on tents from someone that is experienced. I have been contemplating getting the Eureka Alpenlite 2xt. Any suggestions?
I guess its ok if your aren't worried about weight...a 7lb tent makes me cringe and Eureaka! makes decent stuff. The poles are probably aluminum and the fly goes down to the ground...those are the two main points you want in a 4 Season Tent. That is what makes a tent 4 season. Fiberglass poles become brittle in extreme Cold Weather and can split or fracture while setup on the tent in cold conditions. The fly goes down to the ground protecting the entire tent. You also want to look for a bathtub floor, ideally. This means there are no seams in the middle of the floor.
I own a Sierra Design Clip Flashlight, its a lot lighter than that tent but its also not as big, but it does include a vestibule and it is not freestanding, meaning you have to stake it out for it to stand. However, I have not used a tent in about 5 years.
I own a Hennessy Hammock. It has a large fly and mosquito netting. You also can not tip over in it due to the lie that runs across the top of it. To get in there is a split in one end of the hammock that is held closed by velcro. You body weight actually seals you in it and to get out you have to pry the velcro apart or kick your foot through it. I use it rain, shine, or snow. I haven't had a problem yet. It super light...just over 2lbs...and thats no the lightest model. And setting it up take just a minute, literally. If you are in the woods it wont be hard to fidn 2 trees. With a tent you have to avoid rocks, roots, sticks, brush and find level ground. Not a prob with this hammock...check it out.
US $319.95
