Tarptent squal2 and bearpaw wilderness design AT2

[kyle1112]

Does anyone have experience with these two shelters? Picture in use? Thoughts? 250 is more than likely my budget for a new shelter after mine finally died!

 

[blgoode]

Your not asking about this tent but check out Lightheart tents. Pretty packable and compact.

 

[kyle1112]

Thanks blgoode will do!

 

[kyle1112]

Can you post a link or pm it to me please...

 

[DaveC]

I'd go for option three. The detail shots on the Bearpaw site reveal pretty scary construction, and the one I saw in person this summer was very poorly put together. Tarptent makes good stuff, but the Squall is a reknowned condensation machine when the door is closed.

If you want a proper tent, the Sierra Designs Flashlight is a good option right at your budget. If not, there are numerous mids and bug net combos which would serve you well.

 

[blgoode]

Sorry I named it wrong

http://www.lightheartgear.com

I am really thinking of the 1 man option in place of a bivy for minimal setups.

 

[Bmcox86]

I have a Virga 2 which looks to be an older version of the squall and like it, it's really long and put together well with enough room to sit up in the door

 

[Salmo-Priest]

http://www.sixmoondesigns.com/tents.html

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