Ok, I've been in Retail Management over 30 years, so I feel once something is used and there are no defects, keep it. I bought my Hilight over three years ago at REI, who have a very liberal return policy. I would have taken it back after I bought it if I knew it weighted more than stated, but when I did weigh it, I had seam sealed it already. Since, there have been posts related to the fabric on some being less waterproof than others, a quality issue I guess is a concern. Exchange it now for another winter tent? REI has a sale now, so it would be a good time to exchange, I did get this one on sale also. I would have about a $270-$280 credit. I believe these were over $300. I still want a HS Rainbow, maybe have them credit my credit card and have Henry ship a Rainbow to me.:) That does not solve the winter tent issue though. Any Retailers out there?
Duane