The North Face Mountain 25

The North Face Mountain 25

Average Rating: rated 4.50 of 5 stars
Reviewed by 15 Trailspace users

Description

The Mountain 25 is a four-season tent made by The North Face. It has an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5), based on 15 user reviews.

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From Oregon Mountain Community:
"Pitching a tent in wind-scoured conditions at a 5200-meter base camp isn't as easy as it sounds. It's especially difficult when you're hovering over a steep ridge in whiteout conditions. The North Face Mountain 25 is designed to excel in such merciless environs, and incorporates reinforced construction and multidirectional lift technology to ensure safety, warmth and protection. With space to sleep two, this versatile lodge is the smallest of the Summit Series™ expedition tents.The North Face Mountain 25 Specs: Capacity (persons): 2 Weight: 7lb. 12 oz. Dimensions: 80" x 54" x 38.5" Floor Area: 30 sq.ft. Vestibule Area: 7 sq. ft. + 4 sq. ft. Freestanding? Yes Poles: 4 + 2 Doors: 2"

From Campmor:
"Do you camp on narrow shelves & ledges at high altitude in the dead of winter, in howling winds? If you do, this is your tent. It has 4 poles (Geodesic design), 2 doors, 2 vestibules (1 hooped), vents in the roof & ripstop polyester fly. These features make this a safe comfortable shelter for 2 people. It's low narrow shape & 16 external guypoints make the Mountain 25 virtually impervious to wind, rain & snow. Sleeps 2. Factory taped main floor and fly seams. Nylon taffeta bucket bathtub floor keeps seams taut and high off the ground. The ultimate tent for high altitude base camps and severe winter condition use. Full coverage 75 denier polyester Fly Sheet includes front hooped 7 sq. ft. vestibule and a rear stake out 4 sq. ft. vestibule. Two doors, one at each end provide easy access as well as weather protection and excellent ventilaiton. Fast Pack option use fly, poles, and optional nylon footprint (leave the tent body at home) to create a light weight shelter. Wt. 5lbs. 8 oz. Two roof vents open to two fly vents for improved ventilation. Can be open or shut and block spindrift even when open. 16 guy points, including four 3-point equalizing guy lines, pull to 8 stake points for unparalleled support in extreme conditions. Color coded pole sleeves for easy setup. Pole sleeves add strength and increase interior head room. Computer aided design for drum tight canopys and flys. 10,000mm polyurethane coated floor is incredibly waterproof. DAC Featherlite NSL aluminum poles for the best strength to weight ratio. Post and grommet set up with locking pole tips aid in set up and don't pull out. Reflective guy line loops,no-stretch kevlar guy lines with Cam Adjuster and glow-in-the-dark zipper pulls make it easy to find the tent or adjust it in the dark without knocking it over. #8 Nylon coil zippers with stainless steel sliders are durable and abrasion resistant. Bar tacked, reinforced floor corners, lap-felled seams, and bound internal seams on canopy. Includes 7075-T6 Aluminum V Stakes for maximum holding strength. Flame Retardant. Compression stuff sack, pole and stake bags included. Import."

From Backcountry.com:
"Engineered to withstand the extreme wind and snow loading on high-altitude adventures, The North Face Mountain 25 two-person tent keeps you warm and dry as you hunker down for the night. The North Face's lift technology uses an upper level vent which enables the four-season Mountain 25 Tent to lift slightly as the wind blows. That way, you can sleep soundly without feeling like you're being blown sideways off the mountain. While you're sealed inside, the Mountain 25 allows you to peek out and check the weather through a durable polyurethane window. And should you come stumbling into camp in the dark, The North Face thoughtfully included reflective guyline loops, guylines, and glow-in-the-dark zipper pulls for setup ease under a new moon."

From Altrec Outdoors:
"It might not have the room for three offered by the VE 25, but the rugged Mountain 25 Tent from The North Face offers the same highly wind resistant performance while shaving a couple of pounds off your overall pack weight. With a trail weight of seven pounds, 12 ounces, the Mountain 25 tent is the lightest four-season expedition tent made by The North Face. A brow pole up top creates a lift venting profile that offers excellent cross flow while minimizing humidity. Like many of the best designed mountaineering tents, the Mountain 25 has an integrated polyurethane view window that's cold tested to -60F so you can check on the weather without compromising any of the warmth inside the tent. The guy-out points are numerous enough to weather big blows and the No-Stretch Kevlar guylines with camming adjustments are ideal for pitching in open spaces. The Mountain 25 comes with internal storage pockets for gear, but if you really want to organize (and possibly dry out) your mountaineering and backpacking gear, get the fully-compatible #2 Gear Loft from The North Face. If you're going minimalist, don't forget to buy the Mountain 25 Footprint so you can add a floor to your poles and fly configuration."

User Reviews

rated 4.5 of 5 stars Mountain 25
Reviewed by North1, Jul 10, 2009

"I bought this tent just as the NF started to change its venue from a state-of-the-art mountain gear brand to its current incarnation as a provider of fashion for the college set. It had just come out on the market and I needed to replace my old VE-24 complete with the snow tunnel windows which I regret having to leave behind somewhere on the Arctic sea ice."

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rated 4.5 of 5 stars Mountain 25
Reviewed by Darren DeViller, Mar 17, 2009

"I have just started backpacking/camping again in the last year after a long hiatus. I am not much for the "car camping," preferring to put everything into the pack and hike into backcountry sites at the National Parks, or into the backwoods of the interior."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Mountain 25
Reviewed by Skimanjohn, Jan 04, 2009

"I find it strange that some want to design this tent as a lightweight expedition tent. Hate to say it but after climbing for 35 years there are times when the "light weight" tents I have been in were not doing so well when pitched on exposed ridgelines or faces taking the full brunt of storms."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Mountain 25
Reviewed by Spiritwind, Dec 10, 2008

"When I was shopping for a four season backpacking tent I read every review of every tent I could find.
There are a lot of reviews for the Mountain 25 and almost all of them say the same thing. This tent is all around SOLID! Weighing in at a hefty 9+ pounds it ought to be."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Mountain 25
Reviewed by M Spencer, Apr 06, 2008

"At 10,000 ft on Mount Rainier in heavy winds this tent performed very well. It is a little difficult to set up in heavy winds, however very nice once set up, would recommend snow anchors rather than those that come with it. Vestibule is also a little small."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Mountain 25
Reviewed by Paul Bond, Feb 05, 2008

"Really solid tent and just come back from the Cairngorm Mountains in Scotland where despite numerous blizzards the tent remained firm."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Mountain 25
Reviewed by Les Gartner, Oct 28, 2007

"I set this tent up at 12,000 feet on Mount Whitney. I experienced two blizzards with 75-85 mph winds. The tent performed awesome, barely moving during the storms. Awesome tent!!"

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rated 4 of 5 stars Mountain 25
Reviewed by tcpgv, Sep 30, 2007

"Great 4 season tent. In the summer it can be set up without the fly, or it can be set up using only the fly and the foot print.

It's too heavy though. 4 pounds could easily be saved if North Face would redesign the tent slightly. I would like to suggest:

1."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Mountain 25
Reviewed by trekker ted, Oct 10, 2006

"Great Tent. I sleep cold and take this more than most would. You could probably sit on the roof of this thing it's so sturdy (only kidding). With continuous pole sleeves the setup can take a few more minutes than normal but its worth it.

Bottom Line: Bombproof Indeed. Quality. Heavy for a two-person. Everest compatible!!!!!!"

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rated 4 of 5 stars Mountain 25
Reviewed by Rosh, Apr 18, 2006

"I bought this tent to withstand the environment up here in interior Alaska. It certainly does that.

The Mountain 25 is very solid, surviving many trips, some in very cold temperatures. It handles very well from 50 F to -30 F. It has shed heavy rain without leak and withstood heavy snow in Thompson Pass, Valdez, AK."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Mountain 25
Reviewed by jhemp_00, Jul 02, 2005

"Awesome winter tent! I have had this tent for three years, and I've used countless times. I've mainly used for snowshoe backpack trips. I've used it a few times in the summer, and it's not too bad. It vents well. But it's too heavy at almost 9 pounds to lug around in the summer time."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Mountain 25
Reviewed by Paul, Feb 16, 2004

"When at altitude and exposed to serious winds it's impressive. However, it's heavy and like other TNF tents, trying to velcro the fly to the canopy in winds with numb hands brings tears to my eyes. I do like it, but if you're often in very windy and wet areas I would consider the TN ultra quasar, as the fly has a valance that prevents rain getting blown up the canopy."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Mountain 25
Reviewed by Matt, Jan 27, 2003

"A true 4+ season tent -- totally bomb-proof. 1st time out it performed flawlessly. Weight is an issue, but well worth it when you are at 7,000 feet in the middle of January with snow and 40 mph winds. The front vestibule is very functional (especially if you dig out about an 18" pit) -- plus the tent just looks cool! Well worth the price paid. I highly recommend it."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Mountain 25
Reviewed by Luke Witte, Jan 26, 2003

"This is a great tent for mountaineering and will withstand just about any storm. it is a bomb proof shelter and has a good quality name behind it. as for using it year round, it is to heavy for a summer tent and doesn't breathe very well. use it for what it is meant for; surviving a high mountain storm."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Mountain 25
Reviewed by Chris Bussell, Jul 27, 1997

"Simply the best tent in its field. The Mountian 25 is faultless in my books. I have used a Terra Nova Quazer before this tent and I would say the Mountain 25 stands above it due to its larger storage space and lightness compared with the quazar.

Plus the gold colour is just cool!!!!!!"

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Where to Buy

Buy Online We found the Mountain 25 at 10 online stores:

StoreProduct DescriptionPrice

Oregon Mountain Community
Mountain 25 Tent$398.95Buy Now

Campmor
Mountain 25 Tent - 2009$459.97Buy Now

Backcountry.com
Mountain 25 Tent - 2-Person 4-Season$498.95Buy Now

Altrec Outdoors
Mountain 25 Tent$498.95Buy Now

Moosejaw
Mountain 25 - 2 Person Tent$499.00Buy Now

Ramsey Outdoor
Mountain 25$449.95Buy Now

RockCreek
Mountain 25 Expedition Tent (2 person)$498.95Buy Now

Buy direct from The North Face
MOUNTAIN 25$499.00Buy Now

EMS
Mountain 25 Tent$489.00Buy Now

US Outdoor Store
Mountain 25$499.00Buy Now

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