User Review: Sierra Designs Electron RC 2

Sierra Designs Electron RC 2
Above: The current Electron RC 2, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Reviewed July 25, 2008 by Roentgen

Rating:
Design: RC Three season
Sleeps: 2
Ease of Setup: First time was tricky but, now is easy
Weight: Trail weight was about 5lbs.
Price Paid: $250? (Gift)

I have owned the tent since Christmas. I have used it for a weekend winter camping in Vermont. Yeah, I know it's a 3 season tent but I really wanted to try it out. I used the tent for a weekend of hiking on the Long Trail.

I have just returned from NM and CO backpacking near Wheeler Peak (NM) and Mt Elbert (CO). I am 6'5" tall and two of us slept comfortably in the tent. The vestibule entrances are handy. I did find that the zippers snagged the tent on occasion.

This is "monsoon" season in the west. Storms came in by 1400hrs and were gone by 2000hrs. I slept and awoke dry. Condensation was not an issue. I would pack the tent damp and bake it dry during lunch. The tent could be lighter but I will trade weight for space and a lightweight showerhouse.

I actually had a small stream run under the tent one night and stayed dry. This was due to the fact that we often had to set up in the dark, which was not too bad. Love the reflective tape.

I did notice some minor bends in the pole set after I returned. I will continue to use this tent. I am now a happy customer.

Best wishes
Roentgen