User Review: MSR Fling

MSR Fling
Above: The current Fling, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Reviewed August 26, 2007 by Russell Ellsworth

Rating:
Design: 3 season
Sleeps: 3
Ease of Setup: Quick set up.
Weight: about 4 pounds
Price Paid: $300

I actually found that if you are going lightweight the tent is actually big enough for three (w/o equipment) and that puts it at about 1.3 lbs each. (Forget the nonsense about its minimum weight, you have to bring some stakes plus the stuff bag so it is closer to 4 pounds even leaving the main optional ridgepole behind.

I was surprised that this wasn't advertised as a three-person. I mean, not roomy for three but possible. Did not use in rough conditions... Southern New England AT which is pretty mild.

One drawback: does not have full front screen. If it is hot and you want bug protection your choice is to allow the bugs in or stifle yourself by putting up the front door with the screen from halfway up to the top.