Kane Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 (edited) 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fenderfour Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kane Posted April 18, 2007 Author Share Posted April 18, 2007 I meant to post this in Gear Critic, and made a new post there. Could a mod delete this one? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lambone Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 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... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlaskaNative Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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