The North Face Spectrum 23
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Reviewed by 5 Trailspace users
Description
The Spectrum 23 is a three-season tent made by The North Face. It has an average rating of 2.5 stars (out of 5), based on 5 user reviews.
Here's what other sites are saying:
From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. The North Face Spectrum 23 - 2 Person Tent (Fall 2009) The Spectrum 23 Tent by the North Face is wind-tunnel-tested, ultralight, two-person tent for those on the move.Specifications: [Capacity] 2 [Weight] trail: 3 lbs 12 oz (1.70 kg) total: 4 lbs 3 oz (1.89 kg) [Poles] number: 3 diameter: 10.5 mm, 9.0 mm [Stuffed Size] 20in. x 6in. (50 cm x 16 cm) [Fabric] canopy: 33 denier, 244T nylon with silicone and 1500 mm PU floor: 50 denier, 270T nylon taffeta coated with 3000 mm PU [Area] 28 ft2 (2.6 m2) [Vestibule Area] 6 ft2 (0.6 m2)Features: DAC Featherlite NSL aluminum poles using reverse-combi technology Two Nano-Knuckle swivels Fusion pitch with ultralight MicroClip Fully seam-sealed canopy Fully taped ultralight floor Freestanding design with pull-out vestibule High-low venting with overhead vents and zip closure Ultralight 1in. pole sleeve D-shaped door Color-coded poles Reflective guyline and zipper cording Compression stuffsack included This product can only be shipped within the United States. Please don't hate us."
From The North Face:
"Being able to travel far and fast doesn t mean you have to sleep on the cold, damp earth. Weighing just over four pounds, the Spectrum 23 s lightweight design allows outdoor enthusiasts to remain unencumbered by bulky equipment but retain the comfort of protection against harsh elements. Withstanding winds of 130.2 mph, you ll be blown away by how resilient this two-person tent just is."
From Backcountry.com:
"Able to withstand sustained winds of 130mph, The North Face Spectrum 23 gives you a bomber, stable, lightweight two-person tent. This single-walled three-season tent's fully seam-sealed canopy and taped floor ensure you stay dry during any summer downpour. The Spectrum 23's top and bottom vents provide air circulation, so you can sleep soundly without breathing stale air. The North Face keeps setup simple with color-coded poles and continuous pole sleeves with clip construction. As part of The North Face's Flight Series, the 49oz. Spectrum 23 helps keep your pack light, giving you the protection of a traditional two-walled tent without the weight."
From Altrec Outdoors:
"Six pounds. No, that's not the weight of the Spectrum 23--it's the old the common weight guideline most of us used to use when we weighed the purchase of a durable backpacking/climbing tent that could withstand a gusty night on an exposed ridge or other open space above the tree line. The North Face Spectrum 23 tent crushes old-timer notions and raises the bar on the competition with a wind-tunnel-tested structural integrity that takes on sustained winds of 130 mph. And it has a total weight (not trail weight that's less) of 4 lbs. 3 oz. Another cool feature on the Spectrum 23 is The North Face's new Nano-Knuckle Swivel, two durable plastic swivels positioned on the top cross pole to improve venting on at the top of the 37-in. high ceiling. It improves the ceiling venting far better than other similar designs from The North Face. Unzip the perimeter vents down along the edges of the Spectrum 23 and you have some exceptional venting potential. Color-coded poles make it easy to set up this freestanding design and there's even a pull-out vestibule that keeps a couple of packs, boots and other small gear completely out of the rain."
User Reviews
Spectrum 23
Reviewed by inquilabi, Nov 28, 2007
I was so upset about the lack of breathability that I returned it to REI (their return policy is so awesome)."
Spectrum 23
Reviewed by Michael Flood, Jul 28, 2007
Spectrum 23
Reviewed by Michael R, Apr 09, 2007
Spectrum 23
Reviewed by Tim R., Nov 10, 2006
Spectrum 23
Reviewed by Andrew S, May 30, 2006
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Where to Buy
Buy Online We found the Spectrum 23 at 4 online stores:
| Store | Product Description | Price |
Backcountry.com | Spectrum 23 Tent 2-Person 3-Season | $239.16 | Buy Now |
Altrec Outdoors | Spectrum 23 Tent | $268.99 | Buy Now |
Moosejaw | Spectrum 23 - 2 Person Tent | $299.00 | Buy Now |
Buy direct from The North Face | SPECTRUM 23 | $299.00 | Buy Now |
