Unlike traditional three-season tents, however, windows and doors can zip closed to make the tent air tight and even more prepared to face the elements. Because the zippers and the extra material add some weight, convertible tents are slightly heavier. Four high-grade aluminum poles for freestanding construction with minimal staking required. One pole removable option for versatility. Sturdy guy-out points sewn to the rain fly for tying down the tent.
Rain fly that pitches separately from the tent for the ultimate in lightweight cover.
Removable vestibules for additional weight savings. Generous mesh with zip-out panels for added ventilation or full closure when maximum protection is required. Often built with beefier materials, sturdy pole configurations, extra tie-down points, and low profiles, these tents are extremely stable when set up properly. Likewise, mountaineering tents are designed for use in harsh winter conditions. But what you gain in durability and weatherproofing, you lose in ventilation, increased weight, and higher prices.