User Review: Sierra Designs Lightning 2

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

Rating: rated 5 of 5 stars
Design: 3 season free standing dome
Sleeps: 2
Ease of Setup: very easy- even in the dark
Weight: appx 4 1/2 lbs
Price Paid: $159

I am a Boy Scout Venture leader and have used this tent for several campouts over the last year+. It has been in high winds, pouring rain, extreme heat and winter camping, and it performed extremely well in each instance. It is so light that I also use it as a solo tent, with room for my pack, etc. The only possible complaint I would have is the length of the 1 aluminum pole section on each pole end makes it not as compact as it could be. It also is cramped if used for two adult hikers.

Where to Buy

Buy Online We found the Lightning 2 at 9 online stores:

StoreProduct DescriptionPrice

Moosejaw
Lightning Tent (Spring 2008)$259.00Buy Now

Backcountry.com
Lightning 2 Tent - 2 Person 3 Season$258.95Buy Now

Altrec Outdoors
Lightning Tent (Fall 06)$249.95Buy Now

CampSaver.com
Sierra Designs Lightning 2 Tent - 2 Person, 3 Season$194.21Buy Now

REI
Lightning 2 Tent$259.00Buy Now

Ramsey Outdoor
Lightning$199.95Buy Now

Oregon Mountain Community
Lightning Tent$205.95Buy Now

EMS
Lightning 2 Tent, '08$259.00Buy Now

US Outdoor Store
Lightning 2 Tent$259.00Buy Now

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