Kelty Quartz 2

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The Quartz 2 is a four-season tent made by Kelty. It has an average rating of 5 stars (out of 5), based on 5 user reviews.

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From Backcountry.com:
"The Kelty Quartz 2 is a simple, lightweight tent for all seasons. Configured with two doors and two vestibules, the floorplan maximizes the available living space. Two DAC pressfit poles slide into vaulted pole sleeves and once engaged a patented FlyBoy anchoring system prevents stretching or movement, even in high winds. The vented ripstop rainfly has a clear window so you can check out the weather without opening up (unless, of course, its iced over or you're snowed under). Vents that can be completely sealed make this a true 4-season tent. When it's not nuking outside, pitch the versatile Quartz 2's fly alone over its footprint [KEL0300] for an ultralight shelter. Other features include closable mesh panels and taped seams to keep out the elements, internal storage pockets and gear loft loops to help you keep organized, noiseless zipper pulls and an easy buckle tent/fly connection."

From Altrec Outdoors:
"The all-purpose two-person version of the Quartz mountaineering tent is a lightweight, two-pole, easy-pitch tent that maximizes internal space and minimizes set up time."

From REI:
"ArcEdge floor remains taut with specially constructed waterproof seams that are up off the ground. Average minimum weight specification is based on tent, rainfly and poles only. Closeable mesh panels and rainfly vents provide adjustable airflow to allow good moisture evaporation. Complete with two doors and two generously sized vestibules for comfortable living and storage. Features clear windows in front vestibule, guyout points and noiseless zipper pulls. FlyBoy technology anchors the body, rainfly and poles together into a single, unified, self-reinforcing structure. Freestanding design allows easy setup, while the DAC Pressfit poles feature a pressed-in ferrule, ensuring poles remain strong and reliable. If you're looking for a simple, lightweight tent for all-season, light-snow backpacking, the Quartz will fill the bill. Internal pockets and gear loft loops keep stuff organized inside. UV-resistant polyester rainfly doesn't stretch or expand when wet, ensuring a consistently taut pitch. Vaulted pole sleeves increase airflow between tent and rainfly to prevent condensation. Webforce stabilizes the tent further and eases setup; trusses guide poles through intersections, and tendons lock stakeout points to FlyBoy."

User Reviews

Quartz 2
Reviewed by ackfisher, Oct 25, 2007

"Great tent. We spent 7 days on a float in Montana and it rained or snowed for 6 days straight. Out of 11 people, my wife and I had the only dry tent of the group (we kept our rainfly in a separate stuff sack too).

The set up is real easy and quick and the two vestibules are an excellent feature."

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Quartz 2
Reviewed by Alaskanbackpacker, Jul 04, 2007

"Great tent for camping and short range backpacking trips, just too heavy for extended trips the double doors are great."

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Quartz 2
Reviewed by Dayme, May 19, 2006

"My husband and I absolutely love our Kelty Quartz 2! We are avid backpackers and kayakers and find the Quartz to be suitable for all our needs. Whether we are embarking on a weeklong backpacking trip or headed to the river for a float, the tent packs well and is ventilated enough for use during Texas summers, where temps can reach 115 in the heat of the day."

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Quartz 2
Reviewed by PAT FUNK, Mar 28, 2005

"OK, I'm not a "Backpacker", but I've wanted a quick escape tent for several seasons and finally bought the Quartz 2 because it was affordable and seemed like a clever design. I was not disappointed, as the setup was almost glitch free, and the "flyboy" slide-grip fasteners held the fly firmly to the poles with a minimum of fuss."

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Quartz 2
Reviewed by Devin Bayer, Aug 28, 2004

"This tent is comparable to those costing twice as much. The inside makes good use of the compact space with steep walls. There is good ventilation and the tent is usable in the summer. During a thunderstorm it stayed completely dry. The dual doors and dual vestibules almost double the size of rain protected area."

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