MSR 19' ParaWing

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The 19' ParaWing is a tarp/shelter made by MSR. It has an average rating of 5 stars (out of 5), based on 1 user review.

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From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. MSR Parawing Tent (Fall 2008) The Parawing Tent by MSR is an easy-to-erect lightweight shelter for wind, sun, and rain protection. Specifications: Capacity: 4-8 Min. Weight: 3.52 kg / 7 lbs. 12 oz. Packaged Weight: 4.28 kg / 9 lbs. 7 oz. Floor + Vestibule: 16.7 sq. m / 180 sq. ft. Interior Peak Height: Variable Packed size: 71 x 25 cm / 28 x 6 in. Fly: 210S 190T taffeta nylon PU 1500 polyurethane coated Features: Perfect for Big Groups: Large and tall enough for 8 people to stand under. Easy Setup: Requires only 4 stakes. Quiet, Stable, and Strong: Inverted wing design pitches taut in high winds to increase stability and minimize noise. Includes two 2.4-m (8-ft.) poles and 5 RockBuster stakes."

From EMS:
"The MSR ParaWing is ideal for groups of up to 8 people, offers superior protection from the sun and rain. It's easy to set up, quiet, stable, and strong. Super light weight shelter that can stand 8 people under it. Unique shape prevents flapping in the wind. Setup is a snap, needing only four stakes. Includes two 8 ft. poles and five rockbuster stakes."

From REI:
"This hybrid wing provides lightweight, stable shelter in wind and rain; size is ideal for large groups with a picnic table. Tensioned design keeps the wing tight as wind flows over the surface and allows rain to spill off without pooling. Redesigned with lighter weight in '08, polyurethane-coated nylon taffeta provides waterproof durability in harsh weather. Peak height and coverage area vary based on setup; covered area is approximately 180 sq. ft. Comes with five high-density plastic stakes, two shockcorded aluminum poles (8 ft long, sectional), four guylines with tensioners and owner's manual."

From Backcountry.com:
"The MSR 19' ParaWing is a simple tarp-style shelter that serves a variety of purposes, from a large sunshade to gear storage to minimalist weather protection. Sleeping up to eight people, the ParaWing is well-suited to base camps and big group campsites. It's easy to setup up with just four stakes, and two 8-foot poles provide for a number of useful configurations."

User Reviews

19' ParaWing
Reviewed by Derek Brooke, Feb 07, 2008

"We bought our ParaWing in the mid to late 90s. After walking around our campground following a violent wind storm that had trashed most every other tarp/cover/screen room, I saw a ParaWing (then made by Moss Tents) for the first time. It was one of the few covers still standing."

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