If there's a good possibility of having condensation issues, don't even consider it. Especially if this is going to be a drop camp/base camp type tent. I have heard some horror stories in regards to condensation with some of the Hille tents (can't remember the models), and I would not want to spend 6 days on Kodiak dealing with condensation in my base camp shelter. Have you considered a 4 or 6 person Cabela's Alaskan Guide Dome? They're very well constructed tents and offer a lot more room than what you are considering in a Hille, they're also pretty bomb proof, and you won't have condensation issues. Oh, and the AGD won't set you back $1k either. If you really just want to purchase a Hilleberg, than okay, but I think that there are better options out there for what I think you're looking to do with it. Just my personal opinion.