The North Face Vario 33

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The Vario 33 is a three-season tent made by The North Face. It has an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5), based on 1 user review.

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From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. The North Face Vario 33 Tent (Spring 2008) Add Vario 33 Footprint to Cart for FREE with Tent Purchase The Vario 33 Tent by the North Face is an ultralight, freestanding, three-person tent using lift technology for bolstered resistance to the extremes.Specifications: [Capacity] 3 [Weight] trail: 4 lbs 12 oz (2.16 kg) total: 5 lbs 3 oz (2.34 kg) [Poles] number: 3 diameter: 9.6 mm, 9.0 mm [Stuffed Size] 22in. x 8in. (56 cm x 20 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] 39.1 ft2 (3.6 m2) [Vestibule Area] front: 10 ft2 (0.9 m2) rear: 10 ft2 (0.9 m2)Features: DAC Featherlite NSL aluminum poles using reverse-combi technology Brow pole creates lift venting Ultralight MicroClip Fully seam-sealed canopy Fully taped ultralight floor High-low venting through mesh panels and door with zippered overhead vents Freestanding design with double doors and two full vestibules D-shaped door Reflective pull out and zipper cording Internal pockets Compression stuffsack"

From Backcountry.com:
"The North Face designed the Vario 33 Tent to go fast. Ultralight MicroClip pole attachments and DAC Featherlite NSL aluminum poles help a loaded pack move, passing other tents on the trail left and right. Fully taped seams in the floor and canopy keep rain far away from you as you sleep, and high-low venting through mesh panels in the roof and door allow airflow and deter condensation build-up. The freestanding 3-pole design makes set-up and take-down lightning quick, and a compression stuff sack condenses the tent so that it takes up minimal space in your pack."

From Altrec Outdoors:
"The Vario 33 is an ultralight, freestanding three-person tent using lift technology."

From REI:
"REI Members: Save 20% on One Full-Priced Item. Ends 3/30/08 Code: MEMDEAL The North Face Vario 33 is an extremely lightweight, single-wall tent with innovative venting technology, perfect for quick trips with three campers. Double doors increase livability for multiple sleepers and allow complete ventilation. Lift technology employs two upper vents that enable tent to work with the wind: wind passes through and lifts tent slightly, increasing its stability. DAC reverse-combi pole system creates a strong tent with high interior volume. DAC Featherlite NSL poles use a unique insert to save weight and reduce breakage; an eco-friendly anodization process resists corrosion. Seam-sealed canopy and taped floor create a formidable barrier against extreme weather. Clip construction offers quick setup; Ultralight Microclips are lightweight, super strong and attach easily to pole structure. Mesh window and D-shape doors combine with upper ''lift vents'' to promote superior cross ventilation. Convenient freestanding design; pull-out front and rear vestibules help keep fresh air circulating and shelter gear. Internal pockets organize small necessities. Reflective guy out points and zipper cording make life easier at night. Comes with compression stuff sack, guylines, aluminum V-stakes and instructions. From the Flight Series , a collection developed by The North Face and tested by outdoor athletes; designed for done-in-a-day adventures. Average minimum weight specification is based on tent, rainfly and poles only."

User Reviews

Vario 33
Reviewed by SRE, May 02, 2008

"TNF says 3 person, but this is REALLY a 2 person tent with room for gear. At 5 pounds (measured weight) it's still light and surprisingly sturdy in the wind (if you guy it out properly). The cross-pole at the top forms 'eaves' so you can leave the tops of both doors open even in pouring rain - VERY COOL feature."

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