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dtp1991 member Reged: 12/10/08 Posts: 4 Loc: Oregon Tent Advice Needed!       12/10/08 09:45 PM Edit   Reply   Quote   Quick Reply   I am new to the backpacking world and am seeking some advice. I recently purchased a very inexpensive Alpine Design hiker tent from sports authority. It is a 2 person tent that weights about five pounds and includes a generous vestibule. It seemed to be a good deal but i have some concerns. The tent requires many stakes, it is not free standing, this worries me because it may be hard to pitch out on the trail. Another concern of mine is the condensation issue. I am not sure if the tent is considered a single or double walled tent. The tent itself is primarily screened and a separate rain fly is attached. Finally i wonder how well it will hold in the rain. I intend to seal the seams. I would like any advice from past experience concerning cheap tents and backpacking. Thanks. Post Extras

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