[pct-l] Non free standing tents

[Darren Bagnall]

Just wanted to share this video of the Contrail - it's a good look at the tent set-up.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rwjIXzyqng0


I also saw a photo somewhere (cant find link) of someone who used two poles on the Contrail
in an upside down V shape. This creates a wide open entrance with no pole or guy line to avoid 
when entering. its a great idea.




----- Original Message ----
From: Laura Newman <lanewman at mac.com>
To: Darren Bagnall <talhog at yahoo.com>
Sent: Wednesday, June 18, 2008 10:35:09 PM
Subject: Re: [pct-l] Non free standing tents

Hi Darren,

I have the tarptent and have never looked back and no problem with  
the setup and stability.  Roomy, light.  The only problem is that it  
get borrowed every weekend.  One drawback is not looking at the stars  
at night.  If I was shopping for another one I would look for netting  
on the top and a rainfly.

Have a great day,

Laura



On Jun 18, 2008, at 10:27 PM, Darren Bagnall wrote:

> Thanks for the comments so far everyone. I have been researching  
> the tarptents as well.
> Honestly I have been wavering between the Contrail and the Lunar.  
> The Rainbow looks
> like a great option as well. I am partial to side entrances.  I  
> have read several reviews where
> the user had trouble with set-up, especially keeping these tents  
> taut. It probably just takes
> some time getting used to.
>
> I think the shelter  will be my toughest gear decision.
>
> Darren

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