REI Sub-Alpine UL

REI Sub-Alpine UL

Average Rating: rated 5.00 of 5 stars
Reviewed by 2 Trailspace users

Description

The Sub-Alpine UL is a three-season tent made by REI. It has an average rating of 5 stars (out of 5), based on 2 user reviews.

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From REI:
"For backpackers who want to travel light and fast, this tent is a compact, wind-shedding, modified dome for three-season alpine use. Use of light yet tough materials combined with a hard-wearing floor and pole clips shaves weight with no durability worries. Stable, three-pole modified dome design stands up to high winds; compact footprint fits easily in small campsites. Modified dome design adds comfort for tall campers because of the extra head room it provides. DAC Featherlite® aluminum poles are lighter and stronger--and with no inserts, are less susceptible to failure. Our patented Strong Arm clips found at each pole intersection are designed to strengthen pole structure and provide swift setup. Insider Floor seams are engineered to create a nice, clean taut pitch and maximize floor space; factory seam-taping ensures a waterproof seal. No-see-um mesh ceiling panel, front door panel and rear window allow cross ventilation, preventing condensation inside tent. Roof vent in front vestibule also helps prevent condensation by allowing airflow through tent; can be opened from inside the tent. Lightweight nylon ripstop rainfly offers durability and weight savings; silicon treatment gives long-lasting weatherproofness. Color-coded rainfly corners allow easy orientation of rainfly on tent for fast, easy setup. Roll up and secure vestibule door out of the way for more ventilation or create an awning by supporting vestibule door with trekking poles. Watertight welded vestibule window brings light inside and lets you view conditions outside. Back of rainfly rolls up and secures half open for extensive views to the outside; quickly and easily rolls down into place when needed. Leak-proof rainfly construction ensures that water won't sneak through susceptible areas such as guyout points and zippers. Attention to detail shows in the reflective guy points and zipper pulls, and adjustable REI Cleat Lock tie-downs on vestibules. Comes with guylines and tighteners, stakes, pole and stake bags, and tapered, easy-to-use compression stuff sack. Save weight and create a minimalist shelter by using just the rainfly, poles and footprint (sold separately). Average minimum weight specification is based on tent, rainfly and poles only."

User Reviews

rated 5 of 5 stars Sub-Alpine UL
Reviewed by Andi, May 19, 2007

"I can't believe REI stopped making this tent! It's so strong, easy to set up and lightweight. Inside is roomy enough for two, plus gear. My husband and I share this tent for backpacking -- I'm 5"3" and he is 6'. First time we pitched this tent, it was dark, raining and blowing ."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Sub-Alpine UL
Reviewed by James Noel, Nov 27, 2006

"Very nice 3-season 2-person tent. I used this tent while on a three-day 32-miles canoe trip of the Buffalo River. I bought this tent on a 50% off sale at REI. The first thing I noticed after bringing this tent home was that it was very easy to set up after negotiating the small amount of room I have in my living room."

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