In my earlier description I didn’t directly address the issue of weight, only referring in passing to the upper limit of 1.5kg, as it had been specified in the original post as the starting point for...
Liked On: 21-02-2023, 08:20 PM
Here is the concept for my ultimate 1-person that also fits the criteria in the original post. I’ll list the main features and the reason why these suit me, with some positives along with negatives...
Liked On: 21-02-2023, 08:16 PM
2post & I had our Minarets out over the weekend (along with another 4 tents for some comparisons) and decided the design has quite a number of shortcomings that well and truly excludes it from our...
Liked On: 21-02-2023, 07:38 PM
Mostly been covered, but an old thread with some other good info/suggestions of what's already about: https://www.nzhuntingandshooting.co.nz/f22/tent-%24200-%24500-recommendations-76270/index2.html#...
Liked On: 21-02-2023, 07:37 PM
Long enough that your bag doesn’t touch the ends and condensation pools. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Liked On: 21-02-2023, 07:33 PM
Having spent a number of years on a sewing machine making custom outdoor gear, I'm with XR500 - pick 2 of any 3, you cant have everything and still achieve what you think you want. If you want...
Liked On: 21-02-2023, 07:33 PM
Following Kuiu summit star for anything north island including winter. spring and summer I'll use this south island too. 700grams including floor, pegs and sea to summit compression sack. 215954...
Liked On: 21-02-2023, 07:28 PM
Needs to take a decent pitch on lumpy/uneven ground, its surprising how many tent designs fall down on this basic requirement . . . .
Liked On: 21-02-2023, 07:27 PM
Seam sealed from the factory too
Liked On: 21-02-2023, 07:26 PM
Same, add a good bathtub floor, some sleeve pockets at the inside ends to put bits in at night, maybe a wee loop to hang a small light, reflective cord on the outside
Liked On: 21-02-2023, 07:26 PM
A bathtub floor that you can trust not to let dampness seep through and substantial enough to withstand the odd dog claw.
Liked On: 21-02-2023, 07:26 PM
Good to have the opportunity to proffer suggestions.... I'm another in favour of a genuine 2 person tent .. as an older hunter I remain surprised at the relatively recent trend of each party...
Liked On: 21-02-2023, 07:26 PM
A few options here. I got a Haven. It's huge under the fly and pitches with walking poles (or just rope if you are in the bush). Can be used with or without the tent....
Liked On: 21-02-2023, 07:25 PM
Hi Team We’re out to build the best backcountry tent on the market. Specifically built for the New Zealand market. 1-2 Person tent (1 person + Bag) or a tight two person 3+ season tent...
Liked On: 21-02-2023, 07:20 PM
it could also be the bad blood on far side of trapped limb.... blood poisoning sort of thing. why crush victims arent automatically whipped out from understuff if they have been there for any length...
Liked On: 21-02-2023, 07:17 PM