The entire upper part of the tent is made from mesh, which cuts the weight. The inner only has a single door, with a mesh upper section and nylon lower section. This can be a problem if you want to use two thick, full-length mats in the tent. So, what are the drawbacks? The tent will fit two people, but is smaller than, say, the Dragonfly. Most brands simply put lighter coatings on their floor fabrics to keep them light, and that just does not cut it when you need it to. This is an expensive fabric construction. To achieve this, Mont have used the highest quality fabrics such as a laminated floor with an extremely high waterhead of 10,000mm. However, it remains an extremely functional walking tent. It comes in at 1.87kg, complete with all the required pegs, guys and bags to carry it in. The Mont Moondance 2 is an exceptionally light tent.
It is our job to inform you as to what these compromises are, so that you can make an informed decision as to whether these compromises are worthwhile. Why? At the outset, it should be said that bringing weight down involves compromises. Scenario 2: Lightest two-person functional bushwalking tent. The vestibules can be configured in a multitude of ways to suit the conditions, it is clear that real bushwalkers have had a hand in designing this tent. If you have ever been stuck in bad weather on a hike you will understand the advantage of these features in staying dry and comfortable. Throw in quality DAC poles, the best in the business, and all bases are covered.Ĭompared to say the Moondance 2 there is more internal space and much better coverage of the inner by the fly over the vestibules. It also offers many small, thought-out features such as reflective guy ropes, a laminated floor, good quality fabrics. The Dragonfly is easy to erect and very stable with a double cross-pole structure. Or, you can roll the nylon door away leaving a large mesh door for ventilation should conditions dictate. Thus, you can be zipped up, as snug as a bug, if necessary.
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The double inner doors have a full nylon door backed by a mesh one. The inner is made of nylon, which is warmer than mesh tents in cold weather, and offers more protection from dripping condensation or random leaks. Two wide doors offer excellent cross-ventilation. Both occupants have access to an entrance/exit, which means you don't have to crawl over someone else to get in or out. It has two vestibules, offering space for each occupant to store a pack and boots, etc. The Dragonfly is a cross-ridge sleeping design. A tent needs to be suitable for the worst conditions you may encounter in good conditions, any tent will do. Why? The Dragonfly is Australian designed and offers the perfect balance between roomy weatherproof accommodation for multi day bushwalking at a reasonable weight. Scenario 1: Bushwalking tent suitable for walking all seasons in South-eastern Australia and New Zealand. Scenario 4: Tent for snow camping and alpine conditions.Scenario 3: Tent for extended walking in foul weather areas.Scenario 2: Lightest possible functional 2 person walking tent.Scenario 1: All-season Australian walking tent.Here are some potential scenarios, with solutions below. Updated 17 July 2020 Which tent is the right one for you? Snug in the tent! South Island, New Zealand.
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