Old 09-07-16, 01:24 PM
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[QUOTE=Yan;19039059]The neon colour is not because of lawyers. It's because if you return to camp after sunset and cannot find your tent, you will die.

5100m camp, Mt. Abi, Sichuan, China. We are in a Black Diamond First Light and a Sierra Designs of unknown model.

I would not recommend an ultralight four season single wall tent for bicycle touring.

1. Weight and space are not at a premium on a bicycle.
2. Lack of vestibules for storing panniers and shoes overnight.
3. Extremely cramped interior.
4. Lack of ventilation.
5. Severe condensations issues when used above freezing.
6. Easily damaged when used in other than snow.

The ideal tent for bicycle touring is a two man, double door, double layer three season tent, such as the very light MSR Hubba Bubba NX 2, or the more budget friendly but bulkier REI Quarter Dome T2.

What? Two man? I'm only one. Weight and space ARE at a premium. All your pics are in the winter in mountains. Dude. I don't take my panniers off at night. Condensation? Ventilation? No issues in warm weather.
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