8:34 p.m. on February 25, 2012 (EST)
I am looking for a Garuda Kusala Tent by Dana Design (2 man 4 season single wall) I would also do a Kamet if someone has one of them. If any one know of any other great tents that would be comparable please let me know. thanks
2:05 a.m. on February 28, 2012 (EST)
Mazama
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Hi,
In the Garuda line you might also consider the Kaja. Really a fine tent, 95% free standing, and my standard winter mountaineering tent.You can google it and the Garuda catalog usually comes up as a pdf.
Dana made these for a while after they acquired Garuda and added one more vent up top. I never had any condensation to speak of in the original Kaja but some may have thought it was an improvement.
Garuda's are fine tents and are highly sought after. I still have an Atman and Paimihr in addition to the Kaja. They are not for sale.
All the Best,
Mazama
8:49 a.m. on February 28, 2012 (EST)
Thanks Mazama, I actually have a few that would meet my needs Dana design/Garuda the Kaja, Kusala, Kamet and Tasir. I heard the Marmot Taku is the same as the Garuda Kusala so that one is added to the lists. I have a Dana Design Big Joe that i bought new way back when and i have used many of times without ever getting wetting in some of the worst storms, this tent is great for car camping but 8+ pounds; just looking for something lighter to take on the trail. I'll keep my eyes open for one, it will pop up if its meant to be.
thanks Ken