The North Face Minibus 33

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The Minibus 33 is a three-season tent made by The North Face. It has an average rating of 5 stars (out of 5), based on 1 user review.

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From Campmor:
"The North Face Minibus 33, sleeps 3, has 2 doors and 2 vestibules. This well thought out tent is very roomy because the brow poles at the top pull the walls out and keeps them straight. This creates plenty of user space and with the plentiful amount of gear loops and pockets provided you should have no trouble spending a rainy day in here. During that rainy day you will be dry because the full coverage SilNylon fly is light and will protect you and your partners from the elements. Set up and take down is easy with the all new ultralight clip pitching system. Other features include a DAC FeatherLite NSL aluminum poles, 2 clear fly windows, a colorcoded pitch system and an ingenious tent stabilization method called Jake's Foot. Sleeps 3 Main fly and floor seams are factory taped for out of the box confidence Siliconized fly is lightweight and keeps you dry DAC FeatherLite NSL aluminum poles are lightweight and reliable New ultralight clip system is lighter and easier to use than conventional clips Freestanding design is stable and easy to set up Bathtub floor wraps up the sides and keeps you dry Jake's Foot - 1 in each corner further stabilizes the tent in windy weather 2 doors for fast and convenient entry or exit 2ea Inside Outside Pockets allow you to keep thing s stored away in the tent but get at them while you are outside the tent Large PU clear windows in the fly allow light and sight High/Low venting system keeps the tent comfortable in all climate conditions Color coded pitch system for fast set up 2 large storage vestibules Full coverage fly with multiple venting options keeps you dry and comfortable Overhead pockets and gear loops make organization and stuff stashing easy Post and grommet for easy set up All carry bags and stakes included Compression Stuff sack Import."

From Backcountry.com:
"Feel free to sit comfortably, with your two buddies, inside The North Face Minibus 33 Tent. This three-season tent's interior height peaks out at a roomy 48.5 inches. Two huge D doors make in-and-out easy, two large vestibules shelter your gear, and a window keeps you up to date on weather. The high-low venting system increases airflow while a fly-tensioning system keeps the canopy taut throughout the night. Interior pockets, a color-coded pole and webbing system, and twist clips all add to the ease of spending a night out."

From Oregon Mountain Community:
"The North Face Minibus 33 Tent is a cutting-edge three-person tent designed for backpackers, this tent’s spacious internal volume is achieved through tall vertical side walls on the interior and tons of usable vestibule space. Leading the industry in terms of interior volume, this tent also features comprehensive color coding poles for easy setup, refined venting options, and a large front window to watch passing raccoons, elk, or fellow backpackers. + DAC Featherlite™ NSL poles + Ultralight Twist Clip canopy pitch system + Ingenious Jake’s Foot at tent floor corners + Easy-to-use Ball Cap clips on brow pole ends + Comprehensive color-coded pitch system includes poles, canopy, and fly + Two large vestibules matched with two large D doors + Exclusive inside outside pockets + Large, crystal clear PU window allows weather watching + Fully taped bathtub floor + High-low venting system harnesses convection and crossflow + Convenient overhead pockets stow headlamps and fragile items + Abundant gear loops + Compatible with Gear Loft #2 + Compression stuff sack included The North Face Minibus 33 Specs: Capacity (persons): 3 Weight: 7 lb. 5 oz. Dimensions: 92.5" x 65" x 48.5" Floor Area: 42 ft. Vestibule Area: 28 ft. Freestanding? Yes Poles: 4 Doors: 2"

From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. The North Face Minibus 33 - 3 Person Tent (Spring 2010) Minibus 33 - 3 Person Tent by The North Face Features: DAC Featherlite NSL poles Ultralight Twist Clip canopy pitch system Ingenious Jake's Foot at tent floor corners Easy-to-use Ball Cap clips on brow pole ends Comprehensive color-coded pitch system includes poles, canopy, and fly Two large vestibules matched with two large D doors Exclusive inside outside pockets Large, crystal clear PU window allows weather watching Fully taped bathtub floor High-low venting system harnesses convection and crossflow Convenient overhead pockets stow headlamps and fragile items Abundant gear loops Compatible with Gear Loft #2 Compression stuff sack included Capacity: 3 Fabric: canopy: 40D 210T nylon ripstop Fabric: floor: 70D 210T nylon taffeta with 5000 mm PU coating Fabric: fly: 40D 238T siliconized nylon with 1500 mm PU coating Floor Area: 42 ft2 (3.9 m2) Poles: number: 4 diameter: 9.0 mm Stuffed Size: 15" x 7" (38 x 18 cm) Vestibule Area: 28 ft2 (2.6 m2) Weight: trail weight: 6 lbs 12 oz (3.07 kg) total weight: 7 lbs 5 oz (3.25 kg)"

User Reviews

Minibus 33
Reviewed by lindaadnil, Jun 20, 2009

"Though a bit high priced for the average backpacker (beginners), this is the tent that you want to have.

1. The tent itself is almost 87 percent 'net', while the fly is waterproof, breathable material. The tent is very private, yet very light, and extremely easy to put together."

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