tent question

[medicsandy]

I'm new to climbing with only one climb on Mt. Adams. Am planning Rainier in July. Will a 3 season tent be ok, or do I need the 4 season one? Thanks!

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[ScaredSilly]

A three season tent will more than likely work fine. The biggest concern would be wind. Make sure it can be tied down.

[t_rutl]

depends on your 3 season tent and the forecast...i've been up there when you could sleep under the stars and other nights that it howled

 

you can always rent a 4 season in you dont have much need for one or cram into the public shelter at Muir should the weather turn (assuming you're heading up the DC)

[Pete_H]

If you haven't purchased your tent yet, take a look at Black Diamond's single wall tents made of Epic fabric. They are light, remarkable versatile, and would be great for a summer ascent of Rainier.

 

As buddy said above, depending on weather and your climbing strategy, you might be fine with just bivying out.

[G-spotter]

estimated time until jondavidretard chimes in with pup tent comment?

[Pete_H]

I thought he was into the Wal-Mart Hannah Montana brand.

[t_rutl]

.4 seconds after logging in

 

but i'll second Pete's BD recommendation...good, light, versatile in all but a severe downpour

[justinp]

Whatever u get buy it from REI us it on Rainier then return it before jumping on the plane back to Ohio.

[Le Piston]

I'm in line with everyone else. You don't absolutely need a 4 season tent...as long as it is secured well. I often take down the poles and weight mine while climbing. I saw a North Face VE 24 tent blow toward a crevasse with a child in it up at Camp Muir...saved by one of the rangers. I'm a big Black Diamond tent fan also (have the Firstlight and love it), but many other very good tents will work fine. Consider how much room you want vs. weight to carry (will you carry over?) A good nights sleep and sitting out weather with some room is sometimes worth the extra weight.

[medicsandy]

Thanks for all the great info!