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[dieselpowered]

Just picked up a new Coleman Helix X2 Tent for $230.00.

It is likely more tent than I will need, however, I thought for the price it was too good to pass up.

Once I have a chance to use it, I will report back.

http://www.coleman.c...03#.T3chH6yF8-9

The prototype of this 4-season tent was designed by professional mountaineers and tested on some of the highest way stations of Mt. Everest. The Helios™ tents are, as a result, engineered specifically to withstand the combative conditions that exist at high altitudes. The Helios™ series tent features a more robust pole structure built to hold heavier snow loads, the coating is a waterproof silicone that won’t crack in freezing temperatures, and all of the interior mesh can be zipped close to help heat retention – all of this, plus a pole/clip structure for a quick setup when the weather outside isn’t so pleasant.

• Utilize state of the art materials
• 70D silnylon flys
• Air Hercules FC poles
• Robust four pole architecture
• Vestibule pole(s) and numerous equalized guy-out lines
• Perfect for basecamp at higher elevations
• Can withstand the harshest alpine environments
• Four season, specialized mountaineering tent
• Two large "D" doors for convenient access in front or back of tent two large vestibules for ample gear storage space
• Extensive pole coverage with multiple guy-out points for "bomber" strength
• Combination pole sleeve, clip design for quicker set up without compromising strength
• Zipper vents in ceiling for increased ventilation, minimizes condensation
• Stake loops sized to fit back country skis for anchors
• Pack weight is seven pounds, ten ounces
• Trail weight is six pounds, eleven ounces
• Modified dome structure
• Footprint is 87" x 52"
• Peak height is 3 ft. 5 in.
• Floor area is 31 sq ft
• Vestibule area is 8 + 8 sq ft
• Flysheet is nylon ripstop, 70D 190T, 5000 mm silicon/PU WR/FR
• Inner tent is 190T nylon ripstop, 75D WR/FR
• Mesh is no-see-um mesh 40D FR
• Floor is 190T nylon taffeta 70D WR/FR, PU 5000 mm
• Poles are Air Hercules FC poles

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[6.5shooter]

I might have to borrow that next camping trip. Pretty sure the Toyhauler is going bye bye this weekend.

[dieselpowered]

I might have to borrow that next camping trip. Pretty sure the Toyhauler is going bye bye this weekend.

Thought you were going to get rid of that one and replace it with another?

[6.5shooter]

Maybe some day I might get a smaller one, but for now I am downsizing. I rarely use it and diesel fuel is just outrageous. I'm getting rid of both of them this weekend hopefully. If not, the following weekend.

Next camping trip I will be sleeping under the stars!!