Re: [Paddlewise] Tents

I have a Sierra Design  Clip 2 and really enjoy it.  For larger parties, 
two or three I have a Eureka K2, older style.
The K2 is almost bomb proof (there we go again) and has held up extremely 
well with a lot of use and a little care.  It is considerably larger and 
heavier than the Sierra Design.  The Clip is a great back packing tent as 
well and I love the way the ground cloth can be clipped into the two hoop 
poles along with the tent.  Keeps things neat and I don't have to mess 
around with getting the ground cloth laid out right and covering everything.

You may wish to check out Northern Mountain Supply via the WWW 
at:  http://www.northernmountain.com/index.html

I have purchased tents, clothes, back packs, sleeping bags, etc. with 
excellent results and super savings from these guys.  They are having a 
special on Garuda Tents, which are usually very expensive and in the same 
class as Moss, Walrus,  and Bibler.  I have never had a problem with 
Northern Mountain Supply and their customer service is beyond 
reproach!  Great quality products by known manufacturers, to include North 
Face.

I have also had good luck with Campmor as some have commented.  Your 
choice, but at least check them both out.

Fred


At 08:17 PM 10/17/2000 -0400, rdempsey wrote:
>light weight tents, I would
>recommend you seek a Sierra Design tent, which may be more in the
>weight/space range/price range for your usage.

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