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Old 09-05-12, 07:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Bekologist
This Spitfire 2 is a very good recommendation at respectable trad weight and with double doors for convenience. I tested this tent design years ago when it was first introduced on the market by Walrus. The side doors make a great variation on the tried and true hoop tent design.
At 4 pounds, the Spitfire 2 is a little lighter than most 2-person free-standing tents. Much better ventilation than most tents in its price range. However, you'll need to replace the stakes with something more robust. I spent $15 on 6 MSR Ground Hog stakes

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