Eureka! Spitfire UL
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Reviewed by 4 Trailspace users
Description
The Spitfire UL is a three-season tent made by Eureka!. It has an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5), based on 4 user reviews.
Here's what other sites are saying:
From Mountain Hideaway:
"The Eureka Spitfire UL is an ultra light, silicone-treated solo tent weights just over 2 lbs and has ample head room for sitting inside. Packs to 4'' x 21''. Durable single hoop 8.84 mm DAC featherlite frame, clips, and post and grommet corner attachments make set-up fast. Tent body is constructed entirely of no-see-um mesh to maximize air flow inside. Bathtub floor with taped seams protects against splashing rain. Poke-out vent in fly is accessible via a zipper in the mesh roof cloth. 2 interior storage pockets keep essential items handy. Silicone-treated nylon fabric provides water protection and meets CPAI-84 F/R requirements.Spitfire UL Tent Specifications:1 pole solo tent.Weight: 2 lbs 5 oz.Center height: 3' 4''.Area: 17.63 sq ft."
From Campmor:
"In 2005 Eureka intoduced the wildly popular solo tent the Spitfire. Now they have taken that design and made it lighter. A lot lighter, 1/2 a pound lighter, the Spitfire UL is an ultralight tent that has room, packs small and is easy to set up. Features such as the DAC Featherlite single pole frame, a silicone impregnated polyester fly, ripstop sil/nylon floor and an all clip construction keep the tent light yet durable. The all no-see-um mesh body and the poke out fly vent provide great ventilation and stargazing for those hot summer nights. The bathtub floor wraps up the sides to protect from the worst weather. 1 vestibule for stowing excess or wet gear. Main fly and floor seams are factory taped for extreme weather protection. Sleeps 1 Silicone impregnated fly and floor are extremely light and durable Ripstop sil/nylon bathtub floor keeps seams taut and high off the ground for superior protection The lightest tent in the Eureka line Compact 21" pack size. 2 Rear struts are used instead of a full pole to save weight. Large side door is big and makes it easy to get in and out of the tent. DAC FeatherLite Aluminum pole is light and durable. All mesh body for superior ventilation and stargazing. Poke out fly vent in the fly is can be opened or closed from in the tent. All clip design means fast sturdy set up. 2 mesh gear pockets for internal storage Pole attachs to tent body via locking pole tips and grommets for fast and easy set up. Initial set up requires only 2 stakes. Side release buckles attach fly to body for fast easy set up. Flashlight loop Tent, pole and stake bags included. Fire retardant. Import."
From Altrec Outdoors:
"Spitfire UL Tent"
User Reviews
Spitfire UL
Reviewed by Orville Bach, Aug 07, 2008
Spitfire UL
Reviewed by rakshakmishak, May 16, 2008
Spitfire UL
Reviewed by Outdoorguy412000, Aug 14, 2007
Spitfire UL
Reviewed by Sean, Oct 02, 2006
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Where to Buy
Buy Online We found the Spitfire UL at 1 online store:
| Store | Product Description | Price |
Mountain Hideaway | Spitfire UL Tent | $209.99 | Buy Now |
You may also want to check availablity with these other Eureka! retailers:
- Campmor
- Backcountry.com
- Altrec Outdoors
- REI
- Backcountry Outlet
- Ramsey Outdoor
- GearX.com
- Gear for Adventure
- Sierra Trading Post
- Vargo Outdoors
