Bibler Tempest

[Kane]

I know how much people like the I-tent, but the tempest does not seem to get as much recognition. I found one new for 350, and I am tempted to buy it. Its 2 lbs heavier then the I, has 2 doors, and 4 extra square ft......Do you guys think its a good deal? Is there any reason I should just wait for an I-tent? Also, the Vestibule is attached and not a clip on like the I

Edited April 18, 2007 by Kane

[fenderfour]

Do you really want a single wall tent? It can get pretty wet in there in typical Cascade weather (rain, rain, rain).

 

If you are looking for an I-tent Lambone is selling one here on cc.com for $300

[Kane]

I meant to post this in Gear Critic, and made a new post there. Could a mod delete this one? Thanks!

[Lambone]

Kan, I had a Tempest before my I-Tent (that I am nowselling). I sold the Tempest because it was too heavy. It is almost a 3 person tent, and with 2 vestibules that add a lot of weight. It's comfy, but not a "light and fast" sort of tent.

 

My wife loved the Tempest, but then again she never had to carry it...

[AlaskaNative]

All tents will get water inside in the right conditions. The best solutions are a good double-wall (Hilleberg), or a fuzzy-lined fabric that holds the water for later pass-through on a breathable fabric (Integral Designs TegralTex, or Bibler ToddTex).

 

Of course good venting and keeping wet clothes out helps a lot too.

 

I posted a detailed write-up on the I-Tent vs Tempest issue under Gear Critic.