[pct-l] Non free standing tents

[Denis Stanton]

On 19/06/2008, at 12:02 PM, Darren wrote:

> BigAgnes Seedhouse SL1 - vestible looks too small to cover a pack.

I have the Seedhouse SL1.  The vestibule is indeed very small for pack  
stowage.  And if you drag your pack in there it's even more awkward to  
get in and out over it.  I'm happy with the BA for NZ conditions where  
it could rain or blow at any time, but on the PCT I envied those with  
MSN tents with side-opening that could be varied depending on the  
weather.  With the BA you are in your trent or you are out of it.   
There is no way to just sit in the tent shade and read a book while  
maintaing a view of the world around you.

Denis Stanton
denisstanton at mac.com