Mountain Hardwear Helion 2

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The Helion 2 is a three-season tent made by Mountain Hardwear. It has an average rating of 2 stars (out of 5), based on 3 user reviews.

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From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. Mountain Hardwear Helion 2 Tent (Fall 2009) Specifications for the Helion 2 Person Tent by Mountain Hardwear: Capacity: 2 Pitch Type: Freestanding Minimum Weight: 3 lbs. 5 oz.; 1.50 kg. Pitchlight Weight: 2 lbs. 11 oz.; 1.21 kg. Canopy: Lightweight 40D Ripstop Nylon Fly: 25D Hollow Core Nylon Ripstop Floor: Superlight 40D Nylon Ripstop Poles: 3 / Type - Atlas UL / Diameter - 8.88 mm. Usage: Three Season Superlight Backpacking Features: Guaranteed Watertight Construction Atlas UL Poles Evolution Tension Arch PitchLight compatible Dry entry vestibules Dual slider mesh doors Welded vestibule zipper flap Mesh storage pockets Superlight 1/4in. buckles and webbing Superlight molded grommet tab and fly clips Reflective guy out loops Reflective starter point Triangular gear loft option"

From RockCreek:
"Mountain Hardwear's Helion 2 Tent is their lightest 2 person tent, designed for the serious user. New ultralight components developed exclusively for Mountain Hardwear bring the Helion 2 in under 3 1/2 lbs: superlight fly and floor fabrics, new Atlas UL poles and 1/4" webbing with molded clips throughout. All-mesh canopy reduces weight and provides excellent ventilation and the tall front entry with tapered foot maximizes livability. MHW's patented Evolution Tension Arch provides strength when the weather turns nasty. Freestanding design ensures quick pitch. Guaranteed Watertight Construction. Pitch Light option: fly, poles and durable Tyvek footprint bring weight to 2lbs. 11oz.. Tyvek footprint sold separately. As stated on the Mountain Hardwear website: "The Helion 2 sets a new benchmark for Superlight tents obliterating the "2 person, 4 lb. barrier." The new hollow-core 25D nylon fly fabric weighs 25% less than the industry standard 30D, the Superlight grommet tab system shaves 3 oz. and the new Atlas UL poles with variable tube diameter reduces the overall material used without sacrificing strength. This combination of innovative features brings the weight of the Helion 2 down to a mere 3 lbs., 5 oz.""

From CampSaver.com:
"FREE! Helion 2 Footprint With the purchase of Helion 2 Tent - 2 Person, 3 Season.Free shipping!"

From Backcountry.com:
"The Helion hails as Mountain Hardwear's lightest two-person tent. And just because it weighs under 3.5lb doesn't mean this three-season shelter won't do its duty when rain, wind, or muggy weather comes into play. Mountain Hardwear designed the Helion with the serious superlight backpacker in mind. With the use of only three Atlas UL poles, Mountain Hardwear's Evolution Tension Arch system stabilizes the tent during high winds. The Helion 2 Tent's welded construction and fully taped fly guarantee a waterproof camping experience-Mountain Hardwear rain-room-tested this puppy with 1200 inches of rain over 24 hours. PitchLight option: Set this tent's fly up with poles and the Helion 2 Footprint (not included) for a damn near weightless backcountry shelter."

User Reviews

Helion 2
Reviewed by Ed Mackay, Aug 29, 2009

"This tent is advertised as guaranteed waterproof. It is not. Mine starting leaking after 3 weeks. The top sheet became completely porous in heavy rain. Not much fun. Don't buy this tent."

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Helion 2
Reviewed by Steve111, Jul 10, 2008

"Well well, I was waiting and waiting for any review on the Helion 2 and the first I see is a nice negative report.

Well, I did my research and I bought one anyway. I was looking for a freestanding (nice for hot open sky nights and beaches and rocks) ultralight 1-person tent (big 1 person tents are often called 2 person tents, so there you go) with real weather proof construction, a large (read usable) vestibule, and a single large door."

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Helion 2
Reviewed by Brad, Jul 02, 2008

"Buyer beware! Purchasing the Helion 2 will most likely only make your retailer or Mountain Hardwear happy. Sound like harsh criticism? Read on.

The Helion's advertised floor area is 28 square feet--a small two-person, but a doable size. I set up the tent and was shocked at how small it was--nowhere near the size of my other 28-ish square foot tents."

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